President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026 into law, ushering in a new legal framework for elections in Nigeria.
The presidential assent, confirmed on Wednesday, follows the passage of the bill by the National Assembly on Tuesday after months of intense deliberations by lawmakers.
The new legislation repeals the 2022 Electoral Act and re-enacts an updated version, incorporating amendments aimed at addressing gaps in the nation’s electoral processes. While the full details of the signed bill are yet to be made public, the development marks a significant milestone in the country’s preparations for future elections.
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