A Christian pressure group, Christian Conscience, has urged politicians contesting the 2027 general elections to avoid using ethnic and religious sentiments to gain political support.
The group called for issue-based campaigns focused on policies and practical solutions to Nigeria's challenges rather than rhetoric capable of deepening divisions or encouraging violence.
Christian Conscience made the call in a statement issued after its monthly meeting in Lagos. The statement was signed by the group's National Chairman, Yetunde Akinluyi, and National Secretary-General, Kolawole Verrals, and released by its National Publicity Secretary, Tunji Oguntuase.
The group urged political candidates to explain how they intend to improve the lives of Nigerians, particularly in areas such as education, healthcare and the economy.
It also warned politicians against campaigns that could promote violence, intimidation or the activities of political thugs.
According to the group, political competition should be vigorous but conducted with mutual respect and a commitment to protecting Nigeria's unity.
The warning comes as campaigns for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections officially began on August 19, 2026. Campaigns for governorship and state House of Assembly elections are scheduled to begin on September 9.
The call also comes shortly after presidential and National Assembly candidates signed a National Peace Accord committing themselves to issue-based campaigns and rejecting violence, hate speech, misinformation and personal attacks.
The Christian Conscience urged politicians to use the campaign period to present credible programmes and policies that address the country's challenges instead of exploiting ethnic or religious differences.
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