2027: INEC’s world press conference dangerous threat, a jamboree – AA’s Udeze

Kenneth Udeze, the National Chairman of the Action Alliance (AA), has denounced the planned world press conference by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as a dangerous threat to the 2027 general elections. Udeze branded the conference a mockery of the rule of law in Nigeria and a selective jamboree, stating it would be futile if the legitimate leadership of AA is not included.

He expressed shock and dismay over the notice of the conference, which is set to take place at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre on October 6, purportedly to outline INEC's preparations for the elections and invite "critical stakeholders." Udeze argued that the conference is biased and a futile exercise if the authentic AA leadership, affirmed by the Court of Appeal, is deliberately excluded.

Udeze contended that INEC cannot operate with integrity if it openly disregards binding court judgments. He demanded that INEC's Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, rectify the situation and show respect for the rule of law, as the Federal High Court cannot overrule the superior Court of Appeal. Udeze called for INEC to publicly explain its reasoning for selectively obeying court orders and to withdraw recognition from those who violate the law, thereby giving full effect to the Court of Appeal's judgments.

He reiterated that AA remains the authentic and lawful entity and will not be intimidated or excluded by such proceedings. Udeze emphasized that the credibility of the 2027 elections is at stake, as they cannot be built on a foundation of disobedience to the law.