Ex-INEC Official Igini Urges Vigilance for 2027 Elections

Mike Igini, the former Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has warned Nigerians to remain vigilant during the 2027 general elections to prevent electoral malpractice. He highlighted that voter apathy and the failure to document events at polling units could lead to rigging.

Igini urged citizens, especially young Nigerians, to actively participate on election day, stating, “On election day, do not sleep. You have the legal right to use your telephone to make video recordings.” He emphasized that citizens' presence at polling units is crucial, as voters are expected to outnumber electoral officials, thereby playing a significant role in monitoring the electoral process.

Igini called for community mobilization to sensitize eligible voters, stressing that the future of the country depends on active citizen participation in building a credible electoral system.