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Dayo Sobowale, an analyst at ARISE News, has raised concerns that growing voter apathy may jeopardize the integrity of Nigeria's 2027 elections. He pointed to a lack of trust in political parties as a key factor driving disengagement, particularly among the youth.
Joash Amupitan, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has expressed concern that the drop in voter turnout in Nigeria has shifted from being merely a civic issue to a critical national security matter. During a recent lecture, he emphasized the potential consequences of voter apathy on governance and stability.
Dele Farotimi, a human rights lawyer, labels Nigeria's electoral process a mere 'hollow ritual' that fails to reflect genuine democracy, urging citizens to acknowledge the political realities as they prepare for the 2027 elections.
Faith Nwadishi, the Executive Director of the Centre for Transparency and Advocacy, attributes ongoing voter apathy in Nigeria to the shortcomings of political leaders and inadequate civic education. She warns that these issues could hinder voter participation as the 2027 elections approach.
