The Digest:
Buba Galadima, a top member of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), has raised concerns over the ability of INEC to conduct free and fair elections under President Tinubu’s administration. He criticized the current government’s politicking and INEC’s inability to call politicians to order.
Key Points:
- Buba Galadima claims INEC lacks the power to ensure free and fair elections under Tinubu.
- He accused the administration of focusing on politicking instead of governance.
- Galadima mentioned INEC's failure to curb early politicking by the ruling party.
- He stressed that INEC’s weakness makes free and fair elections impossible.
- Galadima questioned INEC’s ability to handle election fairness, given its failure to prevent political distractions.
- He argued that governance should take precedence over early politicking.
- Galadima promised that opposition figures will act when the time comes to challenge the current system.
Galadima’s comments highlight the challenges INEC faces under Tinubu's administration, especially the rising politicking that threatens the credibility of future elections. He believes that without firm action from INEC, free and fair elections remain elusive.
Sources: Daily Post
