Vote buying, insecurity can influence 2027 polls — Festus Okoye

Festus Okoye, a former National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warned that vote buying and insecurity could influence the outcome of the 2027 general elections. He noted that vote buying has become more visible at polling units, making detection and prevention increasingly difficult. Okoye also raised concerns about security, stating that the resources deployed during off-cycle elections may not be adequate for the general elections, particularly in areas affected by insecurity.