Many Nigerians who thought that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had practical ideas on how to improve on the conduct of the 2027 general election were shocked last week when the commission proposed a law limiting cash possession at polling units to N50,000.
The suggestion was put forward during a consultative meeting attended by INEC officials, security operatives and members of Senate and House of Representatives in Abuja.
During the meeting, INEC’s Director of Litigation and Prosecution, Tanimu Muhammed, said politicians often carry large amounts of money on election day, claiming falsely that the money is for party agents and logistical expenses.