Obi Pledges To Jail Electoral Offenders
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has promised to strengthen electoral laws and enforce tougher penalties against electoral offenders if elected president in 2027.
Obi who made the pledge at an NDC town hall meeting in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State pledged to enthrone reforms to Nigeria’s electoral system to ensure accountability, transparency and strict adherence to the rule of law.
He said his administration would prioritise strengthening political parties and improving electoral processes to prevent manipulation and restore public confidence in elections.
Obi maintained that electoral fraud will attract prosecution, including imprisonment for officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission and other individuals found culpable in manipulating election results.
Obi also advocated stricter requirements for candidates seeking elective office, proposing that aspirants should demonstrate that they attended primary and secondary school.
He warned that individuals who forged academic certificates or falsely claimed to possess the required educational background should face legal consequences.
Obi’s remarks came as political parties and prospective candidates intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections, with electoral credibility and the integrity of the voting process expected to remain major issues in the campaign.
