Senator Jimoh Ibrahim stated that the recent amendment to Nigeria's Electoral Act is based on a Supreme Court ruling, emphasizing that debates around it are unwarranted.
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, representing the Ondo South Senatorial District, defended the recent amendments to Nigeria's Electoral Act, articulating that these changes stem directly from a Supreme Court judgment. Speaking at an event at the University of Fortune in Ondo State, he remarked that the legislative updates merely reinforce the highest court's decision and clarify ongoing discussions regarding electoral procedures.
Ibrahim highlighted the Supreme Court case of Atiku v. INEC (No. 2) from December 29, 2023, which he claimed decisively addressed several critical topics, including the discretionary authority of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the legality of the results it produces. He emphasized that the court's analysis delineated the regulatory framework concerning the INEC Result Viewing Portal, an issue integral to transparency in electoral processes.
He further noted that the controversies surrounding the amendments are largely misplaced, suggesting that they stem from a misunderstanding of the judiciary's role in establishing electoral law. By grounding the amendments in a reputable judicial ruling, Ibrahim sought to mitigate dissent and push for a more unified understanding of Nigeria's electoral framework, suggesting that such clarity is necessary for the integrity of upcoming elections.
