In a strong move to protect Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Citizens’ Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER) has vowed to pursue legal action against politicians, public officials and other individuals involved in electoral violence.
The organisation issued the warning on Monday, November 9, 2026, following disturbing attacks recorded in Ado-Ekiti, Calabar and Asaba, which raised fresh concerns about the safety of political candidates, campaign workers and supporters across the country.
According to CASER, one person was killed in Asaba, while several others sustained serious injuries during the attacks.
In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Frank Tietie, the organisation strongly condemned the incidents, expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and extended solidarity to those injured.
But CASER is not stopping at condemnation. The organisation disclosed that it is documenting the incidents and preparing to activate appropriate national, regional and international legal mechanisms to ensure that everyone responsible is brought to justice.
Its proposed legal action will target not only those who physically carried out the attacks but also individuals who ordered, financed, organised or knowingly facilitated the violence, regardless of their political affiliations, influence or public positions.
“We will press for prosecution wherever the evidence warrants it and seek compensation and other lawful remedies for victims and bereaved families,” the statement said.
Citing Section 40 of Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, which guarantees citizens the right to peaceful assembly and association, CASER stressed that every Nigerian has the right to participate in political activities without intimidation or discrimination.
The organisation also called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police and relevant Commissioners of Police to strengthen security around political gatherings, preserve evidence, protect witnesses and provide updates on investigations into the reported attacks.
It further warned federal, state, Federal Capital Territory and local government officials that they could face personal legal responsibility if they participated in attacks, deployed public resources to support violence or failed to fulfil their legal obligations to protect citizens.
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Interestingly, CASER is also demanding accountability from authorities who may have received advance warnings about planned attacks. It said it would seek official records showing who received such information, what preventive measures were available and what actions were taken.
The organisation encouraged victims and witnesses to report incidents to the police, the National Human Rights Commission and other competent agencies. Affected persons can also submit complaints through complaints@citizensadvocacy.org or citizensadvocacy@gmail.com.
CASER advised complainants to preserve photographs, videos, threatening messages, medical records, receipts and witness information that could support investigations.
Political parties and candidates were equally urged to condemn violence, cooperate with investigations and take responsibility where individuals acted under their direction or sponsorship.
As preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum, CASER insists that democracy must never become an excuse for intimidation, injury or loss of life.
