CentreSGD Reports 70 Attacks Ahead of 2027 Elections

The African Centre for Security, Governance and Development (CentreSGD) reported a significant rise in political violence in Nigeria, with 70 election-related attacks recorded across 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory between January 1 and October 27, 2026. These incidents resulted in 27 deaths, according to the CLEEN Foundation’s Election Security Threat Assessment.

With less than 70 days until the January 16, 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, the CentreSGD warned that this violence threatens the electoral process's credibility. A Yiaga Africa survey indicated that 61 percent of Nigerians feared violence could hinder their voting, particularly in the North-East, where the figure rose to 78 percent.

The report highlighted specific incidents, including attacks on political convoys and the killing of an NDC supporter in Enugu. CentreSGD called for prompt, transparent investigations by the Nigeria Police Force and urged political leaders to denounce violent rhetoric.