FCT Police Commissioner Issues Early Warning Against 2027 Electoral Violence; Urges Youth to Resist Political Inducement

Commissioner of Police Ahmed Sanusi warns Abuja residents against ballot snatching and violence ahead of the 2027 elections. Learn about the 2026 National Police Day event.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 2, 2026, 6:27 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from NewsDiary Online

Early Advocacy: FCT Police Command Initiates 2027 Election Sensitization

In a proactive move to ensure a peaceful democratic transition, the Commissioner of Police (CP) for the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Ahmed Sanusi, has begun a series of community engagements aimed at curbing electoral malpractice. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, Sanusi addressed members of the Lugbe community as part of the 2026 National Police Day celebrations. His message was clear: while political affiliation is a constitutional right, exercising that right must not come at the cost of public safety or the integrity of the electoral process. The FCT command is prioritizing early intervention to prevent the buildup of tension that often precedes Nigeria’s general elections.

The "Gladiator" Warning: A Call to the Political Class

A significant portion of the Commissioner's address was directed at politicians who utilize financial or material inducements to recruit young people for illicit activities. Sanusi cautioned these "political gladiators" against utilizing the youth as tools for violence, stating firmly that "no political ambition is worth risking lives." He emphasized that the destruction of private or public property in the name of a candidate is a criminal offense that will be met with the full weight of the law. By addressing the source of political inducement, the police hope to dismantle the mechanisms that fuel thuggery and civil unrest.

Targeting Vulnerable Youth: Resisting the Lure of Electoral Thuggery

The CP urged the youth of the FCT to remain vigilant and reject any attempts to be used for disrupting elections. Specific offenses highlighted by Sanusi included the snatching of ballot boxes, attacking opposing party supporters, and the destruction of sensitive electoral materials. He also warned against the blocking of major roads to hinder the movement of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials. By framing these actions as direct threats to their own future and safety, the Commissioner sought to empower young residents to participate in the 2027 process as peaceful citizens rather than instruments of chaos.