Information Minister Mohammed Idris has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration will deliver free, fair and credible elections in 2027.
The minister promised government support for INEC while maintaining that the electoral body would retain its constitutional independence.
Speaking at the TRT World Forum in Istanbul, Idris also addressed insecurity, press freedom and the dangers of fake news ahead of the elections.
The Federal Government has renewed its commitment to conducting free, fair and credible elections in Nigeria in 2027, assuring citizens and the international community that their votes will matter.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave the assurance during an interview with TRT World on the sidelines of the TRT World Forum 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye, on Friday, November 6.
His comments come as political activities gradually build towards the 2027 general elections, with concerns surrounding electoral credibility, insecurity and the independence of the electoral commission.
Tinubu govt speaks on INEC, 2027 elections
Newsflashngr reported that Idris said the Tinubu administration would continue to support the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in carrying out its constitutional responsibilities.
He explained that the government’s responsibility was to provide an environment that would allow the commission to perform its duties without interference.
The minister also maintained that the administration wanted an electoral process that respected the decisions of Nigerian voters.
Speaking during the interview, Idris said:
“Let me assure Nigerians and the international community that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is fully committed to free, fair and credible elections in 2027. We will continue to support the democratic process and ensure that the will of the Nigerian people prevails.”
Minister addresses insecurity ahead of 2027 polls
Idris also responded to concerns about insecurity and its possible impact on the 2027 elections.
He said the Federal Government was strengthening security operations through the recruitment of additional military personnel and the purchase of equipment to improve the capacity of the armed forces.
According to him, these measures are part of efforts to address security challenges and protect democratic participation across the country.
The minister further said the government remained committed to protecting freedom of expression and press freedom, which he described as important parts of democracy.
Idris warns Nigerians against fake news, deepfakes
Beyond election security, the minister raised concerns about the spread of misinformation as political activities increase.
He urged politicians, journalists and members of the public to verify information before sharing or publishing it, warning that false reports could increase political tension and weaken public confidence in elections.
Idris also discussed the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism and governance.
While acknowledging that the technology could improve communication and public service delivery, he warned that it could also be used to produce deepfakes and deliberately mislead Nigerians.
The Federal Government’s latest assurance comes ahead of the 2027 general elections, as Nigerians and political stakeholders continue to watch developments surrounding electoral preparations, security and INEC’s independence.
Meanwhile, Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has insisted that he will remain in the 2027 presidential race despite a recent court ruling.
Atiku urged Nigerians not to lose hope, declaring that no political pressure or court manoeuvre would make him abandon his ambition.
In a statement issued in Sokoto on November 6, 2026, he criticised President Bola Tinubu’s government and called for a free and fair election.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has broken his silence on the possibility of quitting the 2027 presidential race following a recent court ruling, telling his supporters not to lose hope.
Atiku declared that he was not going anywhere and insisted that Nigerians must be allowed to decide their next president through a free and fair election. Continue reading here
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