Nigerian lawmakers have initiated another round of amendments to the Electoral Act, as the country continues to pursue a “perfect law governing elections in Nigeria.” The bill seeks to amend section 28 of the principal act with the proposal that all elections – Presidential, Senate, House of Representatives, Governors, and State Assemblies are held on the same day.
Nigeria n lawmakers have initiated another round of amendments to the Electoral Act , as the country continues to pursue a “perfect law governing elections in Nigeria .” The Act underwent a comprehensive review in 2021 and was assented to by former President Muhammadu Buhari. The last alteration received commendations from Nigeria ns, particularly for recognizing the use of technology in electioneering.
However, the outcome of the last election and the judiciary’s pronouncement on post-election disputes have left many disillusioned. Last week, the House debated a bill seeking to alter the Electoral Act. The bill, sponsored by Francis Waive, is proposing five amendments to the existing law.The bill seeks to amend section 28 of the principal act with the proposal that all elections – Presidential, Senate, House of Representatives, Governors, and State Assemblies are held on the same da
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