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Godswill Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged political actors to reject violence, intimidation and divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that political ambitions should not come at the expense of Nigerian lives.

Akpabio made the appeal on Tuesday as the Senate resumed plenary after a nine-week annual recess, using his address to lawmakers to call for greater attention to the country’s security challenges and the conduct of political activities.

The Senate President said candidates should be allowed to present their programmes to Nigerians and respond to difficult questions, while citizens must be free to make electoral choices without fear or coercion.

He declared that political victory could not justify violence or the loss of lives, stressing that no electoral ambition should be pursued at the cost of national unity and security.

Akpabio also called on political parties and their supporters to avoid exploiting ethnic, religious and regional differences during campaigns.

According to him, the political process should provide room for disagreements based on ideas and policies rather than create divisions capable of threatening communities or worsening existing security concerns.

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He also cautioned against the spread of false information, particularly as technology and artificial intelligence make it easier for unverified information to circulate rapidly.

The Senate President said political actors should campaign with responsibility and ensure that their activities do not undermine public confidence or create unnecessary tension.

His comments come as political preparations for the 2027 elections gradually intensify, with politicians and political parties beginning to position themselves for the next electoral cycle.

Akpabio further said the Senate would continue its legislative responsibilities despite the political season. He urged senators from different political parties, regions and ideological backgrounds to maintain decorum and focus on their constitutional duties.

He said disagreements were an important part of parliamentary democracy but should be handled with dignity and respect for the country’s unity.

The Senate President also sympathised with Nigerians affected by kidnapping, terrorist attacks and flooding, acknowledging the responsibility of government institutions to improve the safety of citizens.

He maintained that the legislature would continue to deploy legislation, oversight and appropriation to support efforts aimed at addressing insecurity.

Akpabio’s message places citizens’ safety at the centre of the political conversation as Nigeria moves towards another election cycle, while urging politicians to compete through ideas and programmes rather than actions capable of threatening lives or national cohesion.

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