Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to completing electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections, emphasizing the need for transparency and credibility in the voting process.
Speaking on Tuesday as the Senate resumed plenary after the yuletide break, Akpabio delivered a speech titled “Rising to the Greatness of Our Calling.” He stressed the importance of strengthening electoral procedures, particularly for party primaries, congresses, and conventions.
He stated, “Electoral reform must be completed this year. As the nation begins preparations for the next election cycle 2027, we have a unique opportunity to strengthen our electoral act for the congresses, primaries and conventions.
“It is our chance to give Nigerians an election that is transparent and credible and reflective of their will. Every vote must count.
“The foundation of every thriving democracy is trust in its electoral process. Electoral reform is not just a legislative duty; it is a moral imperative. It is our chance to gift the Nigerian people a system that is transparent, credible and reflective of their will.”
He described electoral reform as both a legislative duty and a moral imperative, noting that trust in the electoral process is fundamental to a thriving democracy. Akpabio also urged senators to remain steadfast in their legislative responsibilities, including passing the 2025 budget and completing electoral reforms.
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“We must rise to the greatness of our calling to fix Nigeria,” he added.
The Senate president urged lawmakers to remain steadfast in their responsibilities and dedicated to fostering peace and unity in the country. He identified two key priorities: the passage of the 2025 budget and completing electoral reforms.
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