HURIWA Urges INEC to Clarify PDP Candidates' Access Code Amid Legal Dispute
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on INEC to clarify its issuance of the candidates' access code to a faction of the PDP, amid ongoing court proceedings.
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The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately clarify its decision to issue the Candidates’ Access Code for the 2027 general elections to a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
HURIWA made the call amid an ongoing legal battle over leadership within the PDP, warning that INEC’s actions could compromise the integrity of the electoral process. The group emphasized the need for transparency and consistency in dealings with political parties facing internal disputes.
According to Chuks Okocha in This Day, HURIWA stressed that INEC must avoid actions that appear to favor one faction over another. The association called for official clarification to prevent confusion and ensure public confidence in the electoral timeline.
Chioma Obinna, reporting for Vanguard News, noted that HURIWA specifically warned INEC against undermining judicial processes. The group emphasized that the commission should respect ongoing court proceedings regarding the PDP’s internal crisis before making administrative decisions.
Both reports confirm that HURIWA’s statement was issued amid rising tensions within the PDP, with competing factions claiming legitimacy. The association urged INEC to align its actions with established legal frameworks and remain neutral pending final court determinations.