President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the final amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act into law, describing the reforms as a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s democratic process and restoring public confidence in elections.
Speaking after assenting to the bill, the President stressed that the changes were aimed at improving electoral procedures rather than serving political interests.
According to him, “Electoral Act amendments are not about politics, they are about process.”
Tinubu noted that democratic growth requires constant self-assessment and reform, saying, “After every election cycle, we owe Nigerians an honest look at what worked and what must work better. That is how serious democracies behave, and our laws must grow with experience.
Today, I signed the final amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act into law.”
He explained that the amendments were designed to address existing gaps in the electoral system and enhance transparency. “These amendments are not about politics. They are about process. They are about closing gaps, strengthening procedures, and providing greater clarity to those who conduct and participate in our elections,” the President said.
Emphasising the importance of public trust, Tinubu added, “When citizens walk into a polling unit, they must do so with confidence. When results are declared, they must be trusted. That confidence is built deliberately, and not by chance.”
The President also commended the National Assembly (Nigeria) for its role in ensuring the successful passage of the amendments. “I sincerely thank the National Assembly for its cooperation and sense of national responsibility in bringing this process to a successful conclusion. Our responsibility remains to keep improving the system so that the people’s will is expressed clearly, peacefully, and credibly,” he stated.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to democratic reforms, Tinubu concluded, “The work of strengthening our democracy continues, and we shall not relent.”
The newly signed amendments are expected to improve electoral administration, enhance transparency, and boost public confidence ahead of future elections, as Nigeria continues efforts to deepen its democratic institutions.