Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Savanna Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development (SCDDD) to intensify advocacy for peaceful campaigns and responsible leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Atiku made the call on Monday while receiving a delegation from the SCDDD, also known as the Council of the Wise, at his residence in Abuja.
“I was honoured this afternoon to receive a delegation from the Savanna Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development (SCDDD), also known as the Council of the Wise, at my residence in Abuja,” he said in a post on his X handle @atiku.
According to him, the Council, led by His Lordship, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, former Chief Justice of Nigeria, raised concerns about peaceful campaigns and the need for political actors to promote responsible conduct throughout the electioneering period.
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“Over the years, I have consistently conducted peaceful campaigns, and I assured the delegation that the forthcoming campaign will be no different,” Atiku stated.
He urged the Council to broaden its engagement by targeting all arms of government.
“I urged the Council to deepen the SCDDD’s advocacy for peaceful campaigns by engaging all relevant stakeholders, particularly the three arms of government. The Legislature, Executive and Judiciary each have an important role to play in advancing this vital cause,” he said.
Atiku also charged the SCDDD to push for a level playing field for all political parties and candidates in the forthcoming elections.
“For my part, I remain committed to supporting every genuine effort aimed at strengthening our democracy, particularly by safeguarding the integrity, credibility and fairness of our electoral processes,” he added.
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