Oriontimes Newsroom October 22, 2026
AKURE, ONDO STATE — As Nigeria continues to confront concerns surrounding electoral violence and democratic stability, the Coalition of Nigerian Youths on Security and Safety Affairs (CONYSSA) is set to convene key stakeholders for a strategic engagement on strengthening electoral security and protecting the country's democratic institutions.
Scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Grand Capital Hotel, Alagbaka, Akure, Ondo State, the engagement will focus on “Combating Electoral Violence: The Role of Citizens and Security Agencies in Promoting Peaceful and Credible Elections.”
The initiative underscores the importance of collective action by citizens, security agencies, electoral institutions, political actors and young people in preventing violence and ensuring that elections remain peaceful expressions of the people's will.
Electoral Security: A Shared Responsibility
In its message ahead of the engagement, CONYSSA emphasised that elections should serve as instruments of democratic participation rather than occasions for violence, intimidation or political confrontation.
The coalition maintained that protecting the electoral process requires cooperation among citizens and security institutions, alongside strict adherence to the rule of law and respect for democratic principles.
It also highlighted the need for security agencies to discharge their responsibilities professionally and impartially, ensuring that voters can participate in elections without fear or intimidation.
Credible Elections and Public Confidence
The engagement is expected to draw attention to the relationship between electoral credibility, institutional accountability and public trust.
Transparent electoral procedures, respect for established rules and effective responses to electoral offences remain important elements in strengthening confidence in democratic institutions.
CONYSSA also stressed the importance of early intervention, constructive dialogue and lawful dispute-resolution mechanisms in preventing political disagreements from escalating into violence before, during and after elections.
Youth Participation in Preventing Electoral Violence
Young people, who constitute a significant segment of Nigeria's population, are central to efforts to promote peaceful political participation and responsible civic engagement.
According to the coalition's advocacy message, youths can contribute to electoral peace by rejecting political violence, discouraging inflammatory rhetoric, verifying information before sharing it and reporting credible threats through appropriate channels.
The organisation further emphasised that misinformation and unverified claims can heighten tensions, particularly during politically sensitive periods.
It called for greater civic responsibility and collaboration among young people, community leaders, political organisations and security institutions to safeguard the electoral process.
Beyond Political Divisions
The proposed engagement seeks to encourage stakeholders to place national security and democratic stability above partisan interests.
The coalition's message is that peaceful elections require more than the presence of security personnel at polling units. They also depend on responsible political conduct, informed citizens, institutional impartiality and a collective commitment to resolving disagreements through lawful means.
By bringing stakeholders together, CONYSSA aims to strengthen conversations around preventing electoral violence and building a democratic environment in which political differences can be expressed without threatening lives or public order.
The coalition called on Nigerians to support initiatives that promote peace, protect democratic institutions and encourage credible electoral processes.
Event Details
Organiser: Coalition of Nigerian Youths on Security and Safety Affairs (CONYSSA)
Theme: Combating Electoral Violence: The Role of Citizens and Security Agencies in Promoting Peaceful and Credible Elections.
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Grand Capital Hotel, Alagbaka, Akure, Ondo State.
CONYSSA reaffirmed its call for collective responsibility in safeguarding Nigeria's democratic future, urging citizens and relevant institutions to reject electoral violence and work towards a peaceful and secure political environment.
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