The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reverse its stance on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership crisis. IPAC National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, warned that maintaining the current position could damage INEC's credibility before the 2027 elections. The advisory body expressed concern over the electoral commission's handling of the internal dispute within the ADC. Martins stated that INEC's decision may set a troubling precedent for how it manages party affairs in the future. The statement underscores growing scrutiny over INEC's role in resolving intra-party conflicts. No specific timeline was given for when INEC should act.
INEC's decision to back one faction in the ADC crisis now draws public rebuke from its own advisory body. When IPAC, an institution meant to foster cooperation between parties and INEC, raises alarm, it signals a deeper institutional strain. Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins' warning isn't just about one party—it reflects unease over how electoral neutrality is being upheld. If INEC does not recalibrate, its authority in the 2027 cycle may face repeated challenges.
