Leading political figures, including President Bola Tinubu, Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi, and African Action Congress (AAC) flagbearer Omoyele Sowore, gathered on Tuesday to sign the National Peace Accord in preparation for the 2027 general election.
The signing ceremony took place at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
The event brought together key political stakeholders, featuring representatives of additional presidential candidates, governorship and national assembly hopefuls, party chairmen, and prominent political leaders.
Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), was also in attendance.
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Representing Tinubu at the event, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume delivered the president’s official address.
Akume commended the leadership of the National Peace Committee (NPC), referencing former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, and Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah—for convening the gathering and sustaining the peace initiative since its establishment in 2014.
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In his remarks delivered through Akume, the president noted that political contests in Nigeria have historically generated public anxiety due to intense competition for power since the return to democracy in 1999.
However, he emphasised that the nation has made noticeable strides in election administration and transparency, largely driven by technological advancements integrated by INEC.
He noted that these technological innovations have strengthened voter confidence, ensured that votes count, and made politicians increasingly accountable to the electorate.
Highlighting the essence of the pact, the SGF described the accord as a solemn pledge by political leaders to place national interest above personal ambition.
He cautioned political actors against resorting to divisive tactics, ethnic sentiments, or religious appeals in their quest for office.
Instead, he called for campaigns centred on superior arguments, robust policy debates, and national unity, reminding participants that elections should not be treated as a “do-or-die affair” and that Nigeria’s overall well-being must remain the ultimate priority.
Addressing attendees at the venue, Obi explained his motivation for engaging in the democratic process, stating that his participation stems from a desire to transform the system from within.
He noted that achieving an honourable leadership title requires undergoing an honourable process.
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Expressing confidence ahead of the 2027 polls, the NDC candidate stated he harbours no fears and urged the Nigerian electorate to reject any candidate who fails to abide by the principles set out in the signed peace agreement.
