2027: Nigeria Unprepared for AI-Driven Elections – LP Chieftain Warns

A chieftain of the Labour Party, Barrister Julius Abure, has raised concerns over Nigeria’s readiness for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven elections in 2027. According to Realnews Magazine, Abure expressed his fears during the party’s national executive committee meeting, held in Abuja. The report states that Abure emphasized the need for adequate preparation and robust infrastructure to ensure a smooth transition to AI-driven elections, citing potential issues such as cybersecurity threats and data privacy concerns. However, it is unclear at this time if other political parties have voiced similar concerns or if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has plans in place to address these issues. The 2023 general elections will mark the first time Nigeria will use a Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) to improve the electoral process. It remains to be seen if and when the country will move towards AI-driven elections, and how it will address the challenges that such a transition might present.