Key reforms unveiled in 2026 Electoral Act, says Bamidele

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Senator Opeyemi Bamidele announced that the 2026 Electoral Act introduces a range of reforms aimed at improving transparency and integrity ahead of the 2027 general elections. The legislation creates a dedicated fund for INEC, mandates electronic transmission of results, requires the use of BVAS for voter accreditation, and obliges parties to keep digital membership registers for primaries. The bill, after two years of stakeholder consultations, was passed by both chambers and signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within 24 hours. The reforms are intended to strengthen INEC’s independence, enhance technological integration, and enforce accountability, with implementation expected to begin before the next election cycle.

Key entitiesSenator Opeyemi BamideleIndependent National Electoral Commission (INEC)President Bola Ahmed TinubuOffice of the Attorney-General of the Federationcivil society organisations (CSOs)

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