As political activities begin to gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, a security expert in Katsina State, Ibrahim Katsina, has urged politicians and their supporters to conduct their campaigns peacefully and avoid actions capable of overheating the political atmosphere.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Channels Television in Katsina on Monday, the former Special Adviser on Security Matters to former Governor Aminu Masari stressed that democracy thrives on healthy competition and issue-based campaigns rather than violence, intimidation and hate speech.

He advised political actors to concentrate on promoting the manifestos of their respective parties and candidates, describing peaceful engagement as the true beauty of democratic practice.

“As the 2027 electioneering campaign draws closer, my advice to politicians is that they play according to the rules of the game in order not to overheat the polity,” he said.

“Let them sell the manifesto of their parties and that of their candidates in an amicable manner, and that’s the beauty of democracy.

“We need a stable polity. Politicians should play according to the rules of the game and avoid anything that could create tension. And INEC must ensure that any politician who heats the polity by inciting government or using thuggery be sanctioned. And enforcement agencies should ensure that the regulations are followed.”

He further urged law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with the rules guiding electioneering campaigns.

The security expert commended what he described as the significant improvement in the security situation across Katsina State, attributing the progress to the collaborative efforts of government and security agencies.

According to him, security agencies have become more professional in understanding emerging criminal trends and deploying effective containment measures, expressing optimism that the gains recorded would continue.

He expressed confidence that security challenges would be further reduced before the 2027 general elections, assuring that ongoing operations would deliver even greater successes.

Katsina emphasised that tackling insecurity requires collective responsibility, noting that every citizen has a role to play alongside government and security agencies.

“Security is everybody’s business. When we unite against terror, we will succeed. The country belongs to all of us, and we must work together to ensure criminals do not destabilise our society,” he stated.

He also cautioned against glorifying criminal activities on social media, warning that such narratives could embolden criminal elements and undermine public confidence.

Instead, he encouraged Nigerians to celebrate the successes of security agencies and support ongoing efforts to consolidate peace, expressing optimism that the remaining security challenges were surmountable through sustained collaboration and public support.

“The isolated cases now are surmountable, and I am sure that with the efforts being put in place by the government and security agencies, these crimes will come to pass,” Katsina noted.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu is expected in Ogun State today, Tuesday, for the Launch of the Zonal National Community Food Bank programme, featuring the distribution of food items to vulnerable and indigent residents of the state.

The programme, which will commence at Makun, Sagamu, is expected to attract major stakeholders from across the country as part of efforts to strengthen the Federal Government’s social intervention initiatives and provide support for vulnerable households.

She will lead the distribution exercise and other activities scheduled for the visit.

According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Senator Tinubu will also commission the 108-unit Muhammadu Buhari Estate at Kobape, Abeokuta.

She will also commission the Gateway Medical Centre of Excellence, a 250-bed ultra-modern hospital in Abeokuta, designed to provide advanced healthcare services to residents of Ogun State and neighbouring communities.

As part of her itinerary, the First Lady will hold an engagement with major stakeholders at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, the state capital.

The visit is expected to further strengthen collaboration between the Federal and Ogun State Governments in the areas of social welfare, housing and healthcare delivery, while reinforcing the commitment of both governments to improving the quality of life of Nigerians.

‎Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton and reality icon/SKIMS founder Kim Kardashian have transitioned from decade-long platonic friends into one of 2026’s most talked-about high-profile couples.

‎Kim’s ex-husband and father of her children, Kanye West, has weighed in on her relationship with Lewis Hamilton.

‎When he was asked about the sportsman’s relationship with Kim in an interview, Kanye West replied, “Honestly, I don’t understand how some guys think. I wish Lewis had someone who could give him some good advice, but apparently, he doesn’t. I just can’t understand how, at his age and with everything he’s accomplished, he’d choose to date a woman who already has four children with another man and be completely comfortable with that.

‎”I’ve already experienced that relationship and everything that came with it, and to be honest, it’s nothing special, which makes me wonder what he sees in it. But he seems completely comfortable with the situation, and I guess that’s what matters to him. Personally, though, it’s not something I would ever choose for myself again.”

Kim Kardashian filed for divorce from Kanye West in February 2021 after nearly seven years of marriage. Their divorce settlement was finalised in November 2022, including joint custody of their four children and an agreement on shared expenses.

‎Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton first crossed paths around September 2014 at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in London, where they attended alongside their respective former partners (Kanye West and Nicole Scherzinger).

‎Over the next decade, Hamilton and Kardashian frequently crossed paths in elite fashion, sports, and entertainment circles. Hamilton also shared friendly ties with the broader Kardashian-Jenner family, including Kendall and Kylie Jenner.

‎Speculation began around January 2026 after the duo celebrated New Year’s Eve in Aspen, followed by a quiet getaway at a boutique retreat in the Cotswolds, UK.

‎By February 2026, they were spotted dining together in Paris and seated together at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, transitioning their quiet connection into public view.

‎The couple went public with their PDA during a beach and surfing outing in Malibu. They were also spotted together enjoying acts at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

‎Hamilton shared a video of the two driving a Ferrari F40 on his social media, while Kardashian officially posted Hamilton on her Instagram feed. Kardashian later attended the Monaco Grand Prix to support Hamilton trackside.

‎Over the Fourth of July holiday, Hamilton joined Kardashian and her family, including her four children, for a lake vacation in Idaho. Sources close to the couple report that Hamilton has bonded well with her children and that her family strongly approves of the relationship.

‎Today, the couple balances a high-visibility, long-distance relationship while managing demanding international schedules between Hamilton’s F1 commitments and Kardashian’s business empire.