The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that any form of violence during the Anambra State governorship election will attract a firm and decisive response from security agencies.
Ribadu issued the warning on Tuesday in Abuja during a meeting of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) with officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He was represented by Hassan Yahaya Abdullahi, Director of Internal Security at the Office of the NSA.
The NSA assured that the Federal Government has activated comprehensive security measures to guarantee a peaceful, credible, and transparent election scheduled for November 8, 2025. These measures include enhanced surveillance, the deployment of sufficient security personnel, and improved intelligence gathering to prevent any attempt by disruptive elements or desperate politicians to undermine the electoral process.
Ribadu emphasized that political leaders and candidates must take responsibility for ensuring peace before, during, and after the election, warning that security agencies would not hesitate to deal decisively with anyone fomenting trouble. “Any form of violence during the elections will be met with a strong, uncompromising response,” Ribadu warned.
Meanwhile, INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, reaffirmed the commission’s readiness for the Anambra governorship election. He confirmed that all logistical and security preparations have been finalized. “With just 11 days to the Anambra governorship election, the commission is confident in affirming its full preparedness for the polls,” Amupitan stated.
The NSA’s statement underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process in Anambra State, with a clear message that any attempt to disrupt the election through violence will not be tolerated.
As the election date approaches, all stakeholders are urged to uphold the principles of democracy and contribute to a peaceful electoral environment.
