2027: SERAP Demands INEC Prosecutes Electoral Violence Suspects

The call comes after several reports of electoral and political violence across Nigeria, with concerns growing over the potential for a repeat of the violence that marred previous elections. According to Premium Times Nigeria, SERAP’s letter to INEC’s Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, highlights the need for the electoral body to uphold the rule of law and ensure that those responsible for violence during the 2027 elections are brought to justice.

Punch Newspapers reports that SERAP has requested access to police files containing evidence against the suspects, and has threatened legal action if INEC fails to act within the given timeframe. The organization argues that the failure to prosecute electoral violence suspects undermines the credibility of the electoral process and risks fueling further violence in the future.

This demand for accountability is particularly relevant given the history of electoral violence in Nigeria, with many past elections marred by violence, intimidation, and vote-rigging. As the country gears up for the 2027 elections, it is crucial that the electoral body takes concrete steps to address the issue of electoral violence and promote a peaceful and fair electoral process.