The European Union Election Observer Mission to Nigeria during the 2023 general elections says it has identified six areas for improvement in Nigeria’s electoral process moving forward.
The Chief Observer of the Mission, Mr Barry Andrews, says highlighted the need for protection for media practitioners while decrying the discrimination against women in elective and appointed positions and impunity regarding electoral offences.
Andrews says the election exposed enduring systemic weaknesses, signalling a need for further legal and operational reforms to enhance transparency, inclusiveness and accountability.
He further noted a need for political will to achieve improved democratic practices in Nigeria and called for inclusive dialogue between all stakeholders on electoral reform.