Electoral Act 2026 Still Contains Loopholes — Ex-INEC Official

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Professor Okechukwu Ibeanu, a former electoral commissioner, warned at a Citizens’ Townhall in Abuja that the amended Electoral Act 2026 still has gaps that could affect Nigeria’s democratic process. He argued that overreliance on legal changes without institutional and civic reforms may not solve electoral challenges and noted that the law has been repeatedly repealed and re‑enacted. Ibeanu highlighted that the amendment process is controlled by politicians, the very actors the law regulates. He called for greater citizen responsibility in safeguarding democracy. The remarks suggest ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of the current electoral framework ahead of future elections.

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