According to a report by The Sun on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Prince Adewale Adebayo, former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has raised concerns over the preparedness and commitment of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct elections that meet credible and acceptable standards in the country.
He questioned the ability of the electoral body to fully ensure transparency and fairness in the electoral process, stressing that the credibility of elections depends largely on how well INEC is positioned to manage and safeguard the entire voting system.
According to him, public confidence in democratic outcomes is tied to the effectiveness and neutrality of the commission.
He also addressed the broader dynamics of political competition in Nigeria, pointing to the importance of alliances and numerical strength in determining electoral success.
He explained that politics is often shaped by collaboration among parties and groups, where combined strength is seen as a key factor in challenging dominant political structures.
He noted that political participation outside major alliances is often viewed as weakening opposition strength, as fragmented efforts may not be sufficient to overcome established political dominance.
In his view, successful competition in elections is closely linked to the ability of parties to work together under a shared platform or agreement.
He further questioned the approach of the Social Democratic Party, suggesting that operating in isolation without forming broader coalitions could limit its effectiveness in the political space.
His remarks reflected the belief that coalition-building remains a central strategy for parties seeking to gain significant electoral influence.
Drawing from his previous presidential contest, he reflected on voter participation patterns, stating that a large number of registered voters did not take part in the election.
He pointed out that understanding the reasons behind the low turnout is essential for any political arrangement seeking to build alliances, especially by identifying the concerns and circumstances that kept voters away from the polls.
He said, “I contested for president last time and we had 93 million voters and we couldn’t get 80 percent to show up. If you want to have a coalition or an alliance, you have to find out where the 80 percent that didn’t show up are, what are the issues that bothered them and why they didn’t show up.”……See More
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