Electoral Act: Senate Sets Up 12-Member Harmonisation Committee, Names Lalong Chairman
The Senate has reconstituted a 12-member Conference Committee on the Electoral Act to harmonise differences in the proposed amendments to the legislation, appointing Senator Simon Bako Lalong as chairman.
The committee is expected to interface with its counterpart in the House of Representatives to reconcile contentious provisions in the amendment bill and produce a unified version for consideration and passage by the National Assembly.
The development is part of ongoing efforts by the legislature to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral legal framework ahead of future elections, including the 2027 general elections.
Lawmakers expressed confidence that the harmonisation process would resolve outstanding issues and further enhance transparency, credibility and efficiency in the conduct of elections across the country.
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