2027: Be Wary Of Your Campaigns, We Will Not Spare Violent Advocates, Police To Politicians
From Muhammad Kabir, Kano
The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Dr Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has strongly warned Politicians in the State, that anyone regardless of his status, found breaching public peace or committing electoral offenses will be arrested and prosecuted.
The Commissioner charged Political Party Leaders and Contestants to Shun hate speech, fake news and incitement both online and offline, Reject violence and thuggery in all forms, physical or digital.
He also asked them to respect the Electoral Act 2022 and INEC guidelines, including obtaining permits for rallies, Call supporters to order and take responsibility for their conduct.
Bakori was speaking while holding a strategic engagement meeting with Political Party Leaders and Contestants at the Police Officers’ Mess, Bompai, Kano, Thursday
The Commissioner, said the meeting was convened to ensure that political activities leading to the 2027 General Elections are conducted peacefully, lawfully, and without threatening the security of Kano State.
He noted that Kano’s large population and political influence make responsible conduct imperative, warning that poorly managed campaigns could lead to violence, intimidation, and destruction of property.
The representative of INEC spoke on electoral guidelines, and also the representatives of 13 Political Parties present delivered goodwill messages and pledged support for the Command’s peace initiative.
Bakori assured a level playing field and stated that the Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, will, Provide adequate security for INEC facilities, candidates, and campaign venues.
“Intensify intelligence and proactive policing. Establish an Election Security Situation Room and Complaint Response Desk.
The CP urged all party leaders and contestants to preach “Peace First. Kano First. Nigeria First.” and to make Kano a model for peaceful elections.
