Sections 63, 138 of Electoral Act Dangerous Will Sabotage Voting at Polling Level - Igini
Section 63 of the 2026 Electoral Act has reintroduced something very dangerous: a ballot paper used for the 2027 election that does not bear INECโs official manufacturer and security features may be accepted by the presiding officer. By implication, the presiding officer has been given the discretion to accept ballot papers notwithstanding the absence of the official mark, and to count such ballot papers. What that means is that politicians who have access to INECโs serial and security features could produce their own ballot papers.
Mike Igini, Former INEC Electoral Commissioner
@elonmusk Ambassador @renoomokri nominated by @officialABAT further clarifies why his stand, and responds further to former Commissioner that Bola Tinubu is a known drug lord.
@OfficialAPCNg have you people seen this before?
Something big just shifted.
Peter Obi has moved to ADC and the political chessboard is no longer the same.
Is this a mistakeโฆ or the beginning of a new opposition reality?
Letโs talk #PeterObi#ADC#atruthatatime#nigeriannews
A Call for Unity and a New Nigeria
Today in Enugu, I was joined by distinguished leaders and associates, including former Governors Okwesili Nwodo of Enugu State, Achike Udenwa and Sam Egwu of Ebonyi State, as well as Emeka Ihedioha from Imo State. Notable senators present included Enyinnaya Abaribe, Victor Umeh, Tony Nwoye, and Gilbert Nnaji. Additionally, we had prominent political figures such as High Chief Ben Obi, Chief Onyema Ugochukwu, Prof. Pat Utomi, Prof. Osita Ogbu, Chief Ralph Nwosu, and others, alongside various members of the Federal House of Representatives and State House of Assembly, as well as community leaders.
This historic political gathering also featured distinguished individuals from outside the Igbo community, led by ADC National Chairman and former Senate President David Mark, as well as Rt. Hon. Aminu Tambuwal, the former Governor of Sokoto State, and former Governor of Edo State, Senator Oserheimen Osunbor.
We came together to reaffirm the urgent need for leadership and a government that can truly appreciate Nigeriaโs potential, unify our diversity, and drive rapid socio-economic transformation and inclusive development.
In my speech, I emphasized that Nigeria's challenges do not stem from a lack of potential. We are abundantly endowed with human and natural resources. Our tragedy arises from the deliberate sabotage by a political class that exploits the country and its people. We are not poor; we have been looted into poverty. The existing system rewards mediocrity, punishes merit, and recycles failure. Nigeria is suffocating under impunity and greed, with a government that rewards illegalities and corruption. What we need is genuine, patriotic changeโnot mere cosmetic makeovers.
I made it clear that the time to act is now. The choice before us is between continuing the cycle of decay or embracing the courage to disrupt entrenched corruption and formalized criminality in governance. I have visited every corner of Nigeria, including internally displaced persons (IDP) camps neglected by the government. From North to South, East to West, Nigerians are feeling insecurity and despair. This cannot define our legacy. For the sake of the hungry, the poor, and future generations, we must dismantle the structures that are destroying our nation. A New Nigeria is possible.
I reaffirmed that with unity and effective leadership, agriculture and manufacturing can become the highest contributors to our GDP. We can transition Nigeria from a state of consumption to one of production, tackling issues such as insecurity, corruption, unemployment, inflation, and illiteracy. A productive, inclusive Nigeria is achievable. To build lasting unity and prosperity, we need honest, transparent, and responsive leadership. Our generation is tasked with creating a new framework for unity and progress. Many nations have succeeded; Nigeria can excel even more.
This is a time for unity and national renewal. I called on my leaders, associates, supporters, the Obidient Movement, and members of opposition parties across the country to join a broad coalition under the African Democratic Congress, led by Senator David Mark. This coalition is guided by patriotism and the national interest. Nigeria deserves leadership that unites, governs with empathy, and delivers real results. Let history record that Nigeriaโs turning point begins here and now. Together, with courage, unity, and resolve, we can build a new, productive, and inclusive Nigeria.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
@fkeyamo@PeterObi My friend face your settlement work and leave @PeterObi out of your banter. Stop displaying this your Senior Advocation of #Nansense attention seeking behavior, this is a New Year.
I want to commend Gen Christopher Musa for his commendable work since his appointment. While I understand that the bandits are seeking dialogue and are willing to surrender, we must not engage in any negotiations. Instead, we should send them to their creators to negotiate with.
While the bandits are pleading for surrender, we must not accept their plea until every one of them is neutralized and eliminated. Afterward, I expect the military to invite negotiators and sympathizers like Sheikh Gumi and other subordinates, for comprehensive questioning.
This is WICKEDNESS.
It doesnโt make any sense to me.
Paying N500k ($345.5) for Lagos - Owerri; a 1hr flight, just because roads are bad and not safe.
Seattle - Dallas a 4hrs journey costs $210 (N303k)
Most Jet Fuel used in USA are supplied from Nigeria ๐ณ๐ฌ.
The greed needs to stop