With the 2027 elections approaching, Nigeria’s electoral system is once again under scrutiny. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports of an imminent resumption of voter registration, clarifying that no date has been set. Meanwhile, a bill seeking to strip INEC of its role in political party regulation has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives, sparking debate over electoral governance.
In Rivers State, the Supreme Court’s annulment of the previous local government elections has led to the scheduling of fresh polls for August. Anambra’s governorship election is also on the horizon, but internal crises within the PDP have allegedly left the party without any aspirants purchasing nomination forms. At the same time, electoral reform advocates are urging Nigerians to familiarize themselves with the Electoral Act, stressing its importance in strengthening democracy. Get all the details in this week’s issue.
