The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), a non-governmental organization, has taken legal action against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its failure to account for over ₦126bn in electoral funds, according to reports by Punch Newspapers and Premium Times Nigeria. This development comes amidst growing concerns about the mismanagement and diversion of public funds in Nigeria’s electoral process.
The lawsuit was filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja. SERAP alleges that INEC has failed to provide a detailed breakdown of how these funds were spent, raising questions about the transparency and accountability of the electoral body.
According to Punch Newspapers, the suit is seeking an order compelling INEC to explain where the funds have gone and to recover any misappropriated funds. The news outlet reports that the lawsuit was filed on Monday, October 18, 2026.
This is not the first time SERAP has taken legal action against INEC over issues related to electoral funds. In 2022, the organization sued INEC over its failure to account for ₦76bn in electoral funds.
The case is significant as it highlights the need for increased transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s electoral process. The mismanagement or diversion of public funds can undermine the credibility of elections and erode public trust in democratic institutions.
The editorial team at EventsNigeria.com is monitoring this story closely and will provide updates as they become available.
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