The Digest: Former Independent National Electoral Commission National Commissioner Mike Igini has described the proposed 2026 Electoral Act as the worst in Nigeria's history, warning that urgent action is needed before the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the Alumni Association of the National Institute for Security Studies lecture in Abuja, Igini cautioned that Nigerians may not be allowed to determine who governs them if the current issues persist. He identified INEC, the judiciary, and security agencies as critical institutions that must be strengthened and properly aligned to achieve credible elections.
Key Points:
- Igini's sharp criticism adds to growing opposition to the Electoral Act from political parties and civil society groups.
- He warned that Nigeria's progress and quality of life depend on fixing the electoral process and system.
- The former commissioner stressed that three institutions, INEC, the judiciary, and security agencies, are central to credible elections.
- His remarks come weeks after IPAC rejected key provisions of the Act, including mandatory direct primaries and NIN-based membership registers.
- The warning underscores concerns that the electoral framework could undermine the credibility of the 2027 elections.
Sources: Daily Trust
