INEC Condemns ‘Rig and Die’ Slogan, Warns Against Electoral Violence Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission has condemned the “rig and die” slogan being promoted by some political actors ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that it could expose voters and innocent Nigerians involved in the electoral process to violence. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, gave the warning in Enugu, where he cautioned politicians against inflammatory statements and threats targeting presiding officers, ad hoc staff, party agents and election observers. He maintained that disputes over election outcomes should be addressed through lawful channels, including INEC, security agencies and the courts, while electoral officials found guilty of compromising the process would face the full weight of the law.
