Abati, Rufai clash on live TV over Electoral Act
Leading Arise News anchors Reuben Abati and Rufai Oseni disagreed on live television regarding the Electoral Amendment Act. The Act, signed into law by President Tinubu, allows electronic transmission of election results with manual collation as backup. Abati argued that party loyalty in the Senate undermines effective representation, while Rufai claimed the Senate prioritizes presidential interests over national representation. The controversy highlights tensions between legislative independence and executive influence in Nigeria's democracy.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/26/electoral-act-abati-rufai-disagree-on-live-television/