Action Alliance Threatens Legal Action Against INEC Over State Leadership Dispute
The Action Alliance (AA) has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), threatening additional legal action if the electoral body allegedly replaces its state chairmen across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The political party’s leadership claims INEC faces external pressure to alter the approved list of AA state chairmen ahead of the 2027 general elections. This dispute highlights growing tensions between political parties and the electoral commission over internal party governance and leadership recognition.
AA officials reportedly view any potential replacement of their state leadership as interference in the party’s internal affairs. The party’s threat of legal action suggests they believe INEC lacks authority to unilaterally change recognized party officials without proper justification.
The controversy emerges as Nigeria’s political parties prepare for the 2027 electoral cycle, with organizational structures and leadership positions becoming increasingly critical. State chairmen play vital roles in coordinating party activities, candidate selection, and campaign operations at the grassroots level.
INEC has not yet publicly responded to AA’s allegations or threats of legal action. The electoral commission typically maintains that it follows established procedures when recognizing party officials and leadership changes.
This dispute adds to ongoing debates about INEC’s role in internal party matters and the extent of its authority over political party governance structures nationwide.
