Electoral Act Amendment: Imo state fully behind you  —  Dumebi Ifeanyi to Tinubu

2026-02-19 - 08:46

Businessman and Political Stakeholder, Dumebi Ifeanyichukwu, has declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act, describing the reform effort as a necessary step toward strengthening Nigeria’s democratic framework ahead of future elections. Speaking during a media interaction on Thursday, Ifeanyichukwu said many residents and political actors in Imo State believe the president’s approach to electoral reform is aimed at improving governance and restoring public confidence in the electoral process. “We want the President to know that Imo people are fully behind him,” he said. “The ongoing conversation around the Electoral Act should not be reduced to politics alone. What matters is building a stronger and more credible democratic system.” The comments come amid heightened national debate over proposed changes to the Electoral Act, with supporters arguing that adjustments are needed to address operational gaps identified during previous election cycles, while critics have raised concerns about transparency and potential political implications. Ifeanyi also referenced the position taken by nightlife entrepreneur and social commentator Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as ChiefPriest, who recently weighed in on political discussions surrounding electoral reforms. According to him, the involvement of young influencers in governance conversations reflects growing civic engagement. “Voices like ChiefPriest’s show that Nigerians, especially young people, are becoming more interested in policies that shape the country’s future,” he said. “We should encourage constructive dialogue instead of division.” He urged lawmakers at the National Assembly to ensure that any amendment to the Electoral Act prioritises national stability, inclusiveness, and fairness. “The President’s ultimate Goal is to improve the Electoral System in Nigeria and he is on the right track. I recall protests were held about a week or two ago calling for approval of E-transmission of Results, which has been done.” “So its very clear that President Tinubu is a Leader that listens and has the best interest of all Nigerians at Heart.”