2027 Elections: Tinubu Told What to Do Over Next INEC Chairman Appointment

The African Democratic Youth Congress has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to carefully select the next Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman as the current tenure ends in December 2027. The group emphasized the importance of choosing a successor with undeniable capacity and integrity to ensure that Nigeria's electoral process remains on the right track.

They highlighted the need to prioritize the nation's interest over partisan concerns in making the appointment. The group expressed concerns about the growing incidence of vote buying in Nigerian polls and called for severe penalties to address the issue.

Additionally, they encouraged Nigerian youth to actively participate in the country's political arena and assume leadership positions to strengthen the democratic process. The group also pointed out the importance of maintaining the credibility and integrity of electoral commissions worldwide, citing examples from other countries where compromised commissions have distorted election outcomes.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Obi, criticized the practice of vote buying in Nigeria, stating that it undermines the nation's democracy and urged for a change in mindset among voters.