2027: Rep urges single-day poll, seeks amendment of Electoral Act
A House of Reps member advocates for a single-day 2027 election to save costs and improve security, also seeking to amend the Electoral Act to prevent frau Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-rep-urges-single-day-poll-seeks-amendment-of-electoral-act/
Deputy Minority Leader Abdussamad Dasuki has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to consider holding the 2027 general election on a single day, instead of the current staggered arrangement. Dasuki argues that a single-day election would save the country significant economic losses by reducing disruption to socio-economic activities, as well as cutting down on financial burdens associated with allowances, security, and logistics.
He also noted that combining the federal and state elections would simplify the electoral process and help minimize the movement of voters, political actors, and election officials.
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