According to the Vanguard News, Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President of Nigeria, has expressed alarm over the reported absence of a preliminary voters’ register for the 2027 elections. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is yet to publish the register for public scrutiny, a move that Atiku believes could potentially undermine confidence in the upcoming elections. This development comes as the nation prepares for the general elections scheduled for 2027.
The Vanguard News reported that Atiku warned that the failure to publish the register could compromise the integrity of the elections and create doubts among Nigerians regarding the electoral process. The former vice president, however, did not provide further details on how the register went missing or the exact implications of its absence.
The INEC has not commented on the matter, and it remains unclear whether they are planning to publish the preliminary voters’ register before the elections. The elections, set to take place in 2027, will mark a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic process, and ensuring transparency and credibility is crucial for maintaining public trust in the system.
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