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2027: Atiku ​‌‌‍​‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠⁠‍‍‍⁠‌⁠‌​vows to end election rigging in Nigeria, strengthen INEC independence

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Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to eliminate election rigging and bolster the independence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. His proposal includes a commitment to the prompt publication of results from every individual polling unit to increase transparency in the electoral process.

Furthermore, Abubakar stated his intention to ensure that electoral offenders are held accountable under the law, emphasizing that such prosecutions should proceed regardless of a suspect's political party affiliation. These measures are presented as a strategy to reform the electoral system and restore public confidence in the integrity of future polls.

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