Voters Hold the Power at the Polling Unit Igini concluded with a message of optimism. Each of Nigeria’s 176,846 polling units has only four INEC officials, and voters normally outnumber them. “That is where the power of the voter lies,” he said. He also questioned the cost-benefit logic of the system. With each ad hoc […]
As Nigeria moves toward the 2027 general elections, one question keeps coming up: who will actually run the polls on election day? According to former INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner Mike Igini on Arise TV, the answer holds both the greatest risk and the greatest hope for Nigerian democracy. Speaking on a recent television programme, Igini […]
A Moment of Truth Before Power Watching Barrister Mike Igini speak was emotional for me. He spoke boldly in front of those in power. He did not hold back. He exposed profound problems in Nigeria’s electoral system. He spoke about INEC, the judiciary, and the National Assembly. His message was clear and direct. Nigeria’s democracy […]
The Core of the Controversy: A Battle Over a Single Word The Nigerian Senate’s recent passage of the bill has sparked controversy regarding the technological methods used for elections, particularly concerning how votes should be transmitted in order to ensure transparency and prevent manipulation. The discussion emphasizes the urgency of adopting real-time, electronic transmission of […]
