Peter Obi renews 2023 election fraud claim against former INEC chairman Yakubu

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), told Arise Television on September 8, 2026 that former INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu worked for the ruling party during the 2023 general election. Obi alleged that while Yakubu projected integrity on the global stage through international engagements, his domestic actions during the polls favored the ruling party, directly contradicting his international stance.

This allegation resurfaces as Nigeria approaches the 2027 election cycle, with Obi stating "Everybody knows that INEC did not do the right thing" and declaring the matter "finished" for him personally. He linked the claim to his forced exit from the Labour Party and reiterated his 2027 electoral reform proposal for dual transmission of election results to prevent manipulation. The NDC concurrently invites Nigerians to donate N1,000-N2,000 to fund their campaign efforts.

Readers should weigh how persistent election integrity claims from major candidates like Obi shape their assessment of political parties and candidates. As campaigns intensify, understanding the intersection of past electoral conduct allegations and proposed reforms becomes essential for making informed decisions about participation in Nigeria's democratic process.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/10/2023-election-inec-worked-for-ruling-party-peter-obi/