A senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has criticised the Senate over the delays in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.
Falana has warned that it could severely compromise the credibility of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during an interview on Arise News on Sunday, the human rights activist expressed frustration over the Senate’s decision to establish yet another committee to review the bill, which the House of Representatives had already passed in December 2025.
He described the process as unnecessary and aimed at preserving the status quo rather than addressing pressing electoral reforms.
“Clearly, from the conduct of both chambers of the National Assembly, it is very clear that the members simply want the status quo retained.
“This rigmarole is meant to give the impression to Nigerians that the proposed Electoral Act is being addressed,” Falana said.
The Electoral Act Amendment Bill aims to introduce critical reforms to Nigeria’s electoral framework.
