Seven political parties in Enugu state, Nigeria, have signed a Peace Agreement in preparation for the upcoming local government area (LGA) polls scheduled for September 26, 2026. The parties that signed the agreement include the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Because Of Our Tomorrow (BOOT), and National Rescue Movement (NRM), among others. This development aims to ensure a peaceful and orderly electoral process.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Executive Chairman of Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission (ENSIEC), Prof. Christian Ngwu, who emphasized the importance of the peace accord. Ngwu, represented by Commissioner One in ENSIEC, Dr. Solomon Udeh, stated that the agreement commits various political parties, candidates, and their supporters to maintaining decorum before, during, and after the polls. He highlighted the need for respect for other candidates, parties, security agencies, and the electoral process.
Prof. Ngwu outlined the expectations from political parties, their candidates, and supporters, including ensuring peaceful resolution of internal party matters, peaceful campaigns, and adherence to rules that promote transparency and credibility of the polls. He assured that ENSIEC would conduct a free, fair, and credible election, providing a level playing field for all political parties and their candidates. The commission has concluded arrangements for the polls and put in place necessary requirements for a hitch-free election.
The Enugu State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Martin Chukwunweike, welcomed the peace accord, stating that the APC has always subscribed to guidelines that promote peaceful conduct of elections. He noted that the party's campaigns had been peaceful, focusing on issues that uplift the people's living standards and the party's achievements in transforming the state. Chukwunweike assured that the APC's candidates and supporters would maintain their peaceful disposition during the council polls.
The Enugu State Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Mr. Uche Ojielo, called on ENSIEC to ensure that all political parties are carried along and duly notified on issues relating to them in the polls. Ojielo assured that his party would abide by the signed accord agreement and ensure that its activities before, during, and after the polls remain civil. This commitment from various parties aims to promote a peaceful and successful electoral process.
The peace accord signed by the seven political parties demonstrates their commitment to a peaceful and orderly electoral process. The parties that signed the agreement are Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Because Of Our Tomorrow (BOOT), National Rescue Movement (NRM), Action Democratic Party (ADP), Action Peoples Party (APP), All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), and All Progressives Congress (APC). This development has been welcomed by stakeholders, who hope that it will contribute to a successful election.
The Enugu state local government area polls are scheduled to take place on September 26, 2026. With the peace accord in place, stakeholders are optimistic that the election will be peaceful and successful. The commitment of political parties to a peaceful electoral process is crucial in ensuring the credibility and legitimacy of the election. ENSIEC has assured that it will provide a level playing field for all parties and ensure a free, fair, and credible election.
Key points
- Seven political parties in Enugu state, Nigeria, have signed a peace accord ahead of the local government area polls on September 26, 2026.
- The peace accord aims to promote a peaceful and orderly electoral process, with parties committing to maintain decorum before, during, and after the polls.
- The Enugu state local government area polls are scheduled to take place on September 26, 2026, with stakeholders optimistic about a peaceful and successful election.
