2027 Peace Accord: APC rejects violence, hate speech, misinformation -Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to political parties and candidates gearing up for the 2027 general elections, urging them to refrain from exploiting ethnic, religious, and other divisive sentiments for political gain. Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, Tinubu delivered this caution during the signing of the Peace Accord in Abuja.

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In the spirit of the accord we have just signed, we must conduct ourselves in ways that strengthen, not tear, the fabric of our society.

Tinubu acknowledged that political disagreements are inherent in a functioning democracy. However, he stressed that campaign activities must not be allowed to undermine national unity or jeopardize social stability. "In the spirit of the accord we have just signed, we must conduct ourselves in ways that strengthen, not tear, the fabric of our society," he stated, emphasizing that while political jabs are natural, resorting to divisive sentiments is unacceptable.

The president called for campaigns to be centered on constructive debate, superior ideas, and practical programs aimed at fostering national development and improving citizens' welfare. "Let us campaign on superior ideas. Let us debate issues and promote the best policies to expand opportunities for our people and accelerate Nigeria’s journey from a developing nation to a first-world country," he urged.

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Let us campaign on superior ideas. Let us debate issues and promote the best policies to expand opportunities for our people and accelerate Nigeria’s journey from a developing nation to a first-world country.

Reaffirming the commitment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the accord, Tinubu stated the party's opposition to electoral violence, hate speech, disinformation, and digital manipulation, particularly through social media and artificial intelligence. He encouraged other political actors to embrace peaceful, transparent elections that bolster political stability, social harmony, and economic progress, emphasizing that political contests should not be a "do-or-die" affair.

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Our party rejects violence, hate speech, the spread of misinformation, including through artificial intelligence, and all forms of incitement, especially via social media.