A prominent chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Buba Galadima, has expressed concerns that Nigeria may face civil unrest if the federal government proceeds with an alleged plan to appoint a retired Court of Appeal judge as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission. Galadima made these comments on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, citing widespread rumors about the government’s consideration of the retired judge, whom he described as having a notorious reputation.

According to Galadima, the potential appointment of this individual could undermine the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral system, potentially destabilizing the country. He accused the current administration of disregarding the rule of law and claimed that the Independent National Electoral Commission, under its present leadership, is already compromised in favor of the ruling All Progressives Congress. Galadima alleged that the current INEC chairman has already rigged the election in favor of the APC, citing the appointment of a party secretary as acting national chairman.

The NNPP chieftain warned that if the retired judge is appointed as INEC chairman, it could lead to chaos and potentially render elections in Nigeria meaningless. He urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and emphasized the importance of ensuring that individuals with questionable records are not allowed to oversee the nation’s electoral processes. The alleged plan to appoint a retired Court of Appeal judge with a notorious reputation has sparked concerns about the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral system and the potential consequences for the country’s stability.

The Independent National Electoral Commission plays a critical role in ensuring the conduct of free and fair elections in Nigeria. The appointment of a new chairman could have significant implications for the country’s electoral process and the perception of its credibility. As Nigeria prepares for future elections, the need for a transparent and impartial electoral commission has become increasingly important. The federal government’s next steps regarding the alleged appointment plan will be closely watched, and any decisions made will have significant consequences for the country’s political landscape.