Kingibe Speaks Out on Electoral Integrity, Defends INEC’s Security Measures

Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has expressed concern over the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral process, casting doubt on claims related to the conduct of elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

In a recent statement, Kingibe emphasized that it has always been standard practice for INEC to incorporate security features on ballot papers, asserting that such safeguards are crucial in preventing electoral fraud and ensuring credible results.

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She remarked, “Since when has INEC conducted an election where ballot papers had no security measures, allowing anyone to bring any type of ballot paper and vote with it? It has never happened.”

Kingibe, who is also part of the Committee on Electoral Reforms, pointed out that many provisions in the current Electoral Act were not part of the original legislation but were added over time to enhance Nigeria’s democratic process.

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Her comments come amidst ongoing national discussions surrounding electoral reforms, transparency, and the public’s trust in the voting system as the country prepares for future elections.

Kingibe emphasized the critical need to maintain and further improve existing safeguards to uphold the credibility of the electoral process and protect democratic institutions.

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