The ugly tales of attacks on opposition parties ahead of 2027

N igeria’s democracy is facing an ugly test ahead of the 2027 general election. Barely has the political atmosphere begun to gather momentum for the elections than disturbing reports of attacks on opposition parties, disruption of campaign activities, intimidation of political opponents and alleged attempts to shrink the democratic space have started emerging from different parts of the country. These developments are not only alarming but also represent a dangerous assault on the principles of democracy and the constitutional rights of Nigerians.
 
• President Tinubu
 
Across the country, opposition political parties have raised concerns about what they describe as a growing patt...