The Kano State Government has called on political parties, governorship candidates and their supporters to ensure peaceful, responsible and issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, made the call in a statement marking the official commencement of the 2027 governorship campaign.
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He said the campaign provides political parties and candidates an opportunity to present their programmes, achievements and visions to the people of Kano State.
According to him, the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is committed to ensuring that its campaign is peaceful and focused on the development, unity and prosperity of the state.
Dawakin Tofa urged all governorship candidates and their supporters to compete on the basis of ideas, policies, records and programmes rather than insults, intimidation or violence.
He said the people of Kano deserved a campaign in which candidates clearly explained what they intended to do differently and how their policies would improve the lives of citizens.
The Director General cautioned political actors against hate speech, provocation, character assassination, destruction of property and other actions capable of threatening the relative peace being enjoyed in the state.
He also urged supporters of the various political parties to remain disciplined, respect opposing views and avoid being provoked into actions capable of undermining peace and public order.
Dawakin Tofa called on media practitioners, influencers, bloggers and social media users to play their roles responsibly by verifying information before publication and avoiding the spread of fake news, rumours, misinformation and inflammatory content.
He further appealed to security agencies to remain professional, impartial and vigilant throughout the campaign period, while urging political parties and campaign organisations to cooperate with the agencies and comply with lawful requirements.
The Director General assured that the state government would continue to discharge its responsibilities and provide services to the people regardless of the political season.
He said the administration’s commitment to development and good governance remained unwavering under the leadership of Governor Yusuf.
Dawakin Tofa stressed that Kano was bigger than any political party or individual, noting that political competition would come and go, while the people of the state would continue to live together after the elections.
He therefore called on all candidates and their supporters to protect the peace and unity of the state despite their political differences.
He urged political actors to campaign with respect, compete with ideas, disagree without violence and place the interest of Kano State above partisan considerations.
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The Director General, however, concluded by expressing the hope that the APC candidates would emerge victorious in the various elective positions in the 2027 elections.