The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of actions that restrict opposition parties' operations. The criticism follows an interview by INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan, broadcast on national television on Friday morning. ADC spokesperson Yusuf Datti said the commission's decisions have systematically weakened opposition parties. He pointed to recent regulatory measures as evidence of bias. "The commission's conduct is not only anti-democratic but also tilts the electoral field in favour of the ruling party," Datti stated. The party claims INEC's actions undermine political pluralism and limit fair competition ahead of upcoming elections. ADC called for urgent review of the commission's policies. No specific incidents or dates beyond the Friday interview were cited in the statement.
Prof. Joash Amupitan's interview has become a focal point for claims of institutional bias. When a constitutional body is seen as shaping political space to favour one party, public trust erodes. For Nigerian voters, this means elections may be decided less by choice and more by regulation. ADC's complaint, while lacking specific examples, reflects a growing unease over INEC's perceived neutrality.
