Bill For Compulsory Voting By Eligible Nigs Withdrawn
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Abbas Tajudeen has withdrawn a bill to amend the Electoral Act 2022, to make voting compulsory for all eligible citizens. In a statement in Abuja, Dr Abbas, explains that the bill, which he co-sponsored with Daniel Ago was withdrawn after extensive consultations with stakeholders. The Speaker notes that the bill was introduced to boost civic engagement and strengthen democracy, but acknowledges that […]