President Bola Tinubu has called on voters, security agencies, and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct themselves in an orderly and peaceful manner during Saturday’s elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano State, and Rivers State.
The President in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga urged eligible voters to turn out without fear, stressing that democracy thrives in an atmosphere of calm, tolerance, and mutual respect.
He also appealed to political parties, candidates, and supporters to shun violence, inflammatory rhetoric, and actions capable of undermining the credibility of the electoral process.
Tinubu cautioned security agencies against high-handedness or intimidation, emphasizing that their role is to safeguard lives, property, and the sanctity of the ballot.
He further urged INEC to ensure timely accreditation, seamless voting, accurate collation, and prompt transmission of results in line with the 2026 Electoral Act.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to credible elections, the President assured Nigerians of continued federal support for institutions responsible for delivering free and fair polls, expressing confidence that the elections would reflect the will of the people and strengthen Nigeria’s democratic journey.
INEC is set to conduct area council elections in the FCT and bye-elections in Ahoada East II and Khana II State constituencies in Rivers State, as well as in Kano Municipal and Ungogo constituencies in Kano State.
