Explainer: List of electoral offences and their punishments ahead of Ondo guber

  • The INEC is prepared to take the lead in conducting another off-cycle governorship election in Edo state on Saturday, September 21
  • Nigerians need to be reminded of the electoral offences that could lead to imprisonment if violated
  • Edo voters and residents will not be spared if these constitutional rules are not strictly adhered to during the election

Like many other countries, Nigeria has laws to regulate electoral processes and prevent electoral offences. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will conduct the governorship election in Ondo on Saturday, November 16.

As residents of Ondo prepare for Saturday’s governorship election, they should note that engaging in electoral offences can lead to severe consequences, including imprisonment.