President Bola Tinubu has implored officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the security agencies to conduct themselves in an orderly manner during polls in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kano, and Rivers states.
INEC will oversee elections in the six area councils of the FCT, as well as bye-elections in the Ahoada aast II and Khana II state constituencies in Rivers state, as well as the Kano municipal and Ungogo constituencies in Kano state.
A statement on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser on media and strategy to the president, said Tinubu urged all eligible voters to come out and vote without fear.
the president noted that the democratic process thrives best in an atmosphere of calm, tolerance, and mutual respect.
He appealed to political parties, candidates, and their supporters to shun violence, inflammatory statements, and actions that could undermine the credibility of the process.
The president also cautioned against high-handedness, intimidation, or any act that could disenfranchise voters or erode public trust, adding that security personnel are present to protect lives, property, and the sanctity of the ballot.
Tinubu further urged INEC to take all necessary measures to bolster voters’ confidence, including timely accreditation, smooth voting processes, accurate collation, and prompt transmission of results, in line with the Electoral Act 2026.
“Fellow Nigerians, I assure you that the Federal Government under my administration will continue to support institutions responsible for delivering free, fair, and credible elections,” the statement reads.
“To all residents of the FCT, Kano, and Rivers, I commend your civic consciousness. I am confident that these elections will reflect the will of the people and further strengthen our democratic journey as a nation.”
