Peter Obi says he will challenge Electoral Act in court

The Labour Party Presidential candidate  in the 2023 general elections and former Anambra State governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has said he will challenge the new Electoral Act in court.

He argued that some of its provisions could negatively affect the conduct of the 2027 general elections.

Obi spoke in Awka during the flag-off of the membership mobilisation, registration and revalidation exercise of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State.

The former governor said he believed certain aspects of the law could influence the electoral process and indicated that legal action would be taken to seek judicial interpretation.

Obi also urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain neutral in the conduct of elections and avoid involvement in the internal affairs of political parties.

“A referee does not determine the rules, choices or line-up of players in teams or clubs,” he said.

He called on the electoral body to focus on its constitutional role of conducting credible elections.

He encouraged the ADC members and supporters across the state to register at their respective wards and mobilise others to join the party.

Chairman on the occasion, Senator Ndii Obi, said the ADC would provide a platform where members could participate freely in the party’s activities.

He urged party supporters in the state to work together to strengthen the party ahead of future elections.