Momodu Critiques INEC's Neutrality in Party Disputes

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), expressed concerns regarding the neutrality of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during an interview on Eagle 102.5 FM in Ilesa, Ogun State. He warned that INEC's involvement in internal party disputes could undermine public confidence in Nigeria's democracy.

Momodu argued that INEC should remain impartial and avoid interference in the internal affairs of political parties, which he believes have the constitutional right to manage their own affairs without external interference. He highlighted the perception of bias against opposition parties, noting that they often face stricter scrutiny compared to ruling parties, which heightens political tension.

Momodu insisted that legal disputes within parties should be resolved by the courts, not by INEC, as misinterpretation of judicial rulings could destabilize party structures. He emphasized that internal party matters belong to the parties themselves, not to INEC.