Lawmakers’ Self-Interest Politics Could Destroy Nigeria’s Democracy – Utomi

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Prof. Pat Utomi, a political economist and member of the African Democratic Congress, criticised members of the National Assembly for amending the Electoral Act, which was passed by the Assembly and signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. Utomi warned that the lawmakers’ focus on self‑interest and retaining power could undermine the legitimacy of the legislature and threaten Nigeria’s democracy. Opposition parties have rejected the new Electoral Bill and are calling for a fresh review. The criticism highlights potential electoral implications if the legislation is perceived as serving political elites rather than the electorate.

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