# APC Condemns Political Violence Ahead of 2027 Elections

> APC demands arrests for attacks on political gatherings before 2027 elections.
- Title: APC Condemns Political Violence Ahead of 2027 Elections
- Summary: APC demands arrests for attacks on political gatherings before 2027 elections. APC calls for police to arrest perpetrators of violence targeting political…
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- Author: Sharon Eboesomi
- Published: 2026-11-13T04:06:58+00:00
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- Topics: apc, 2027 elections, political violence, nigeria, edo state, cross river state, gombe state, nigeria democratic congress, security agencies, arrests, news, politics
## APC Condemns Attacks
The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council condemned recent attacks on political gatherings in parts of Nigeria.
## Violence Threatens 2027 Elections
The council said violence against political leaders and supporters across party lines could undermine peaceful political participation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
## NDC Town Hall Disrupted
The council condemned the disruption of a scheduled town hall meeting of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Lagos.
## Call for Restraint
The council urged political parties, candidates, and their supporters to exercise restraint as electioneering activities gather momentum.
## Security Agencies to Act
The council called on security agencies to strengthen their response to political violence and ensure perpetrators are arrested and punished.
## Campaign Focus on Issues
The council urged political parties and candidates to campaign on issues that uplift the lives of Nigerians rather than instigate violence.
## House of Representatives Resolution
The House of Representatives resolved to investigate growing incidents of political violence across the country.
## Lawmakers' Concerns
Lawmakers cited attacks, intimidation, injuries, deaths, and property destruction linked to political activities in several states.
## Election Participation at Risk
The lawmakers warned such incidents could discourage citizens from participating in the electoral process and undermine confidence in Nigeria’s democracy.
## Investigation Mandate
The House mandated its Committees on Police Affairs and National Security to investigate the immediate and underlying causes of violence within three weeks.
## Key takeaway

APC calls for police to arrest perpetrators of violence targeting political events ahead of 2027 general elections.