By Our Reporter
A group of Nigerians in the United Kingdom staged a protest at the UK Parliament, calling for the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The demonstrators, made up of members of the Nigerian diaspora, demanded credible, transparent, and fair elections in Nigeria, insisting that electoral reforms were urgently needed.
During the protest, one of the participants said the future of Nigeria’s democracy depended on immediate action.
“If we must save our democracy, we need to save it today. We must enjoy a better country tomorrow, and it starts now. It starts by asking Amupitan to resign from that office,” he said.
He added that the group was not against Nigeria but was advocating for free and fair elections.
“We don’t want him to bury it. That’s why we are here to speak out. All we are fighting for is a free and fair election,” he added.
Reports also indicate that members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) youth wing have mobilised protests across Nigeria, with demonstrations planned at INEC offices in Lagos, Ogun, and Jigawa States.
The protesters are also demanding the removal of the INEC chairman, citing concerns over electoral integrity ahead of the 2027 polls.
–