Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its handling of the leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Effiong alleged that recent actions by INEC raise concerns about attempts to undermine credible elections ahead of 2027.
Reacting to the removal of key party leaders from INEC’s portal and the suspension of recognition for all factions, he questioned the Commission’s role in what is typically considered an internal party matter.
“Whose script is this INEC playing?
“It seems that the ruling party… is so scared of a fair contestation.
“If it is the desire of INEC for Bola Tinubu to contest as a sole candidate – unopposed, in 2027, let the Commission say so publicly…”
He warned that such developments could weaken opposition parties and affect the credibility of future elections.
