Political leaders sign peace accord ahead of 2027 elections
Presidential candidates and political party chairmen have signed the first National Peace Accord in Abuja. Bola Tinubu was represented by George Akume, while Peter Obi and Omoyele Sowore signed in person. The event, organised by the National Peace Committee, saw participation from several major parties and was held at the International Conference Centre. The accord aims to promote peaceful and issue-based campaigns for the upcoming elections.
Key takeaways
- The National Peace Accord was signed by presidential candidates and party leaders, including Peter Obi and Omoyele Sowore.
- Bola Tinubu was represented by George Akume, with other parties such as the Labour Party and Social Democratic Party also participating.
- The event was chaired by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), and included goodwill messages from officials like Professor Joash Amupitan and Olatunji Disu.
- Omoyele Sowore criticised the accord, calling it a “ritual” and citing violence following previous peace agreements.
- Peter Obi called for peaceful, issue-based campaigns and urged remembrance for those who lost their lives during the recent Osun governorship election.
