**Obi to Contest Electoral Act Amendment in Court** Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed disappointment and frustration over the recent amendment to the Electoral Act 2026. According to Obi, the new law is designed to favor the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and undermine the chances of other opposition parties in future elections. Obi, who recently registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), made the statement in his hometown of Agulu in Anambra State. The 2023 presidential candidate stated that he would challenge the Electoral Act amendment in court, citing its perceived bias against opposition parties. The Electoral Act amendment, which was recently passed by the National Assembly, introduced new provisions that could potentially give APC an edge in future elections. Critics argue that the law is designed to favor the ruling party and limit the chances of opposition parties like the Labour Party, which Obi represented in the 2023 presidential election. Obi's decision to challenge the Electoral Act amendment in court is a significant development in Nigeria's electoral politics. The former governor of Anambra State has been a vocal critic of the APC-led government, and his decision to contest the law in court is seen as a bold move to defend the rights of opposition parties. Nigerians are closely watching this development, as it has the potential to impact the country's electoral landscape. With the 2027 general elections just around the corner, the Electoral Act amendment could have far-reaching consequences for opposition parties and their chances of winning future elections. Obi's decision to challenge the law in court is also seen as a test of the judiciary's independence and willingness to uphold the rights of opposition parties. As Nigerians await the outcome of this court case, one thing is clear: the fight for electoral fairness and justice is far from over. In the context of Nigeria's electoral history, this development is reminiscent of the 2010 Electoral Act amendment, which was also seen as biased in favor of the ruling party at the time. The controversy surrounding that amendment led to a series of court cases, which ultimately led to the amendment being struck down. As Obi prepares to challenge the Electoral Act amendment in court, Nigerians are holding their breath, hoping that the judiciary will uphold the principles of electoral fairness and justice. Only time will tell if Obi's challenge will succeed, but one thing is certain: the fight for a level playing field in Nigeria's electoral politics is far from over.