Justice Osai Ahiakwo, a lawyer and public analyst, attributes the high rate of political defections in Nigeria to the lack of transparency in party funding. He warns that without proper oversight, the electoral system could become discredited.
A lawyer and public analyst, Justice Osai Ahiakwo , has argued that the lack of oversight on funding sources for political parties in Nigeria is causing politicians to constantly switch allegiances. In a statement released on Sunday, Ahiakwo warned that Nigeria 's electoral system might lose credibility if these issues are not addressed. He emphasized that wealthy individuals can potentially hijack political parties and dictate terms, leading to frequent defections.
Ahiakwo also highlighted that the Supreme Court allows defection only in cases of significant party division. He stressed the need for political parties to follow rules and acknowledged the ongoing amendment of the Electoral Act to include independent candidates as a step towards reducing defections
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