Former Anambra State Governor and 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on politicians seeking elective office to conduct themselves with decorum and shun violent rhetoric ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Obi made the call on Wednesday in a statement posted on his official Facebook page, following his participation in the signing of the first National Peace Accord for the 2027 presidential election.
The presidential hopeful said signing the accord reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that political candidates conduct themselves in a manner befitting the offices they seek.
According to him, political leaders must reject all forms of violent rhetoric and ensure that their supporters equally refrain from actions capable of threatening the peace of the country.
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He said the 2027 elections should be centred on issues affecting Nigerians, including national unity, insecurity, poverty, the growing number of out-of-school children and the need to restore hope to citizens.
Obi also urged political supporters to recognise the commitment made by presidential candidates to pursue free, fair and credible elections based on issues rather than rancour.
“Those of us wishing to be addressed as ‘His Excellency’ must behave excellently, and, more importantly, the process of attaining public office must be excellent,” he said.
He further expressed confidence in the commitment of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conducting free, fair and credible elections, while also acknowledging the pledge by law enforcement agencies to remain impartial throughout the electioneering period.
Obi urged his supporters to remain peaceful, resolute and committed to the democratic process as the country prepares for the 2027 elections.
“A New Nigeria is Possible,” he added.
