INEC Criticized for Demanding N1.5bn Fee for FOI Request Processing
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is under scrutiny for demanding a N1.5 billion processing fee for a Freedom of Information request seeking voter details in Nigeria. The request, approved by INEC, aimed to access certified copies of the national voter register and polling unit lists.
INEC defended the fee citing the Freedom of Information Act, which allows recovery of actual document costs. Critics question the basis for the high fee and seek clarification from INEC on the matter.
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