Tinubu’s Involvement in INEC Chair Appointment Sparks Fresh Outcry

Tinubu’s involvement in INEC chair appointment sparks fresh outcry

As the 2027 general elections approach, pro-democracy activists have raised alarms over the appointment process of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) leadership, calling for urgent reforms to enhance transparency and public trust in the electoral system.

2027 poll: Activists reject Tinubus unilateral appointment of INEC chairman

As the tenure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), nears its end, numerous pro-democracy activists have raised strong objections to President Bola Tinubus plan to unilaterally appoint his successor ahead of the 2027 generalThe post 2027 poll: Activists reject Tinubus unilateral appointment of INEC chairman appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

2027 elections: Pro-democracy activists mobilise against Tinubu appointing INEC chairman

Some pro-democracy activists are mobilising against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointing INEC chairman and National Commissioners ahead of 2027 elections.

Activists reject Tinubu’s unilateral appointment of INEC chairman

At an event in Abuja on Thursday, where the Women Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative (WRAPA) and the African Center for Leadership, Strategy and Development (CENTRE LSD) presented a policy brief and memorandum, activists argued that the current appointment process compromises INEC’s independence and creates a conflict of interest for the President. In a memorandum submitted to the Joint Committees on INEC and Electoral Reform of the S…