The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of fostering chaos ahead of the 2027 general elections. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party's national publicity secretary, made the claim during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday. He criticised INEC's planned voter revalidation exercise, describing it as a disruptive move so close to the election. "Getting people to register to vote again when we are months away from an election is not helpful," Abdullahi said. He argued that the exercise could lead to confusion and disenfranchise voters, particularly those in remote areas. The ADC is calling for a halt to the revalidation, warning it may undermine the credibility of the electoral process. INEC has not yet responded to the allegations.
Bolaji Abdullahi's criticism of INEC's revalidation plan cuts to the core of public unease about last-minute electoral changes. With the 2027 polls just months away, introducing a fresh voter registration process risks alienating citizens who already face logistical and bureaucratic hurdles. This move may not stop voter apathy but could instead deepen distrust in the electoral timeline. For millions of Nigerians, the real cost will be measured in access, not just process.
