SERAP Takes Legal Action Against INEC Over N126bn Funds

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has initiated legal action against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking accountability for over N126.46bn appropriated for electoral operations. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2507/2026, requests a mandamus order compelling INEC to disclose details regarding the expenditure, utilization, and disbursement of these funds, which were intended for election materials, equipment, and services.

SERAP's action follows allegations in the 2023 audited report from the Auditor-General of the Federation, published on August 7, 2026, highlighting irregularities in transactions from January to December 2022, some extending to December 31, 2023. The report indicated that INEC paid N112,155,597,845 for election materials without competitive bidding and lacked evidence of procurement.

Additionally, SERAP claims INEC paid N1,058,925,000 for vehicles without proper procurement processes. The Auditor-General expressed concerns about potential fund diversion and recommended recovery.