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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 General elections in Nigeria, scheduled for January 16, 2027. The list contains 18 Presidential candidates and 14 running mates, as well as 4,864 individuals vying for the 469 seats in the National Assembly. The Senate has 109 seats, while the House of Representatives has 1,195 candidates competing for 360 seats.
Despite the large number of candidates, only two women are among the Presidential flagbearers, while only four women are running mates. The minority of women in high-level political positions raises concerns about gender representation in Nigeria. Critics argue that women are the ones who vote in elections, but they are not given equal opportunities to participate in the political decision-making process.
The author expresses concern about potential violence during the election and hopes for a free, fair, and credible electoral process. However, he warns that the male-dominated nature of Nigerian politics may hinder progress and calls for women to take control of their political destiny by supporting candidates of their choice.
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