Amaechi and Ezekwesili Clash Over Electoral Reform Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former ministers Chibuike Amaechi and Obi Ezekwesili expressed contrasting opinions on electoral reform during the National Electoral Reform Summit 2025 in Abuja. Amaechi emphasized the need for citizen action to safeguard democracy, while Ezekwesili advocated for INEC's financial autonomy to ensure credible elections free from political interference.
Ezekwesili also proposed mandatory electronic transmission of election results to reduce manipulation opportunities. They discussed the importance of INEC's independence, budget protection, and enhanced prosecutorial powers to combat electoral offenses effectively.
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