The Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) has issued a stern warning to politicians against engaging in electoral violence and malpractices ahead of upcoming elections. National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and decorum during the electoral process ¹ ².
Upcoming Elections
The warning comes ahead of several key elections, including ¹ ³:
- *By-elections in 12 states*
- *Anambra governorship election*
- *Area Council Polls in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)*
NSA's Position
Ribadu, represented by Director of Internal Security Hassan Y Abdullahi, stated that the primary objective of security agencies is to safeguard the integrity of the elections. He emphasized that eligible voters must be able to exercise their right to vote without fear or intimidation ¹.
Measures to Ensure Peaceful Elections
To achieve this goal, the NSA has announced plans to:
- *Strengthen collaboration* between security and law enforcement agencies
- *Intensify intelligence efforts* to monitor and preempt potential threats
- *Provide real-time intelligence* to enable proactive measures
Consequences of Electoral Violence
The Federal Government has warned that it will take decisive action against politicians who engage in violence or malpractices, emphasizing that such behavior will not be tolerated ⁴.
