Peter Obi vows to jail election riggers if elected

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, made a strong statement regarding election rigging during a town hall meeting in Nasarawa State. He asserted that if he wins the 2027 presidential election, his administration would ensure that those who rig elections face jail terms.

Obi emphasized the need to strengthen Nigeria's electoral system and vowed that electoral manipulation would not go unchallenged. He proposed stricter eligibility laws for candidates, requiring proof of primary and secondary school attendance, with penalties for forgery.

Obi extended his warning to officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, stating that anyone found guilty of election rigging under his government would be prosecuted. He declared that under his leadership, Nigeria would uphold the rule of law, ensuring that no one is above it.

Obi expressed his ambition to change Nigeria and build a system where electoral rules are respected.