The increasing financial burden of conducting by-elections in Nigeria has led to calls for the National Assembly to amend relevant sections of the 1999 Constitution, with proponents advocating for a shift towards the United States model of holding elections. This move is aimed at reducing the significant costs associated with by-elections in Nigeria. According to THISDAYLIVE, the growing financial burden has been identified as a major challenge in conducting by-elections due to the need for extensive preparations and logistics. The report also suggests that adopting the United States model could help reduce these costs, as their system involves fewer elections compared to Nigeria’s current setup. However, it is essential to note that this proposal has yet to gain traction within the National Assembly, and no timeline for such a change has been set.
Source: THISDAYLIVE
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