Effiong Critiques INEC Over 2027 Election Integrity

Inibehe Effiong, a human rights lawyer, has publicly criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what he perceives as a plot to undermine the credibility of elections leading up to the 2027 presidential elections. Effiong's remarks were made in the context of a leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), where he noted that the party's chairman, Nafiu Bala Gomb, is seeking a court declaration to suspend recognition of a faction within the party.

Effiong emphasized the importance of transparency in the electoral process, questioning whether INEC is facilitating a scenario where Bola Tinubu could contest unopposed in the upcoming elections. He referenced ongoing disputes within the ADC, including resignations from the executive committee that have led to a new leadership under Mark Aregbesola.

Effiong's comments raise concerns about judicial intervention in political party matters and the potential implications for electoral integrity.