Speaking during an interview with Symfoni, Baba-Ahmed described the announcement of results at about 4am as inappropriate, arguing that any electoral body that declares such critical outcomes at that hour raises serious credibility concerns.
He also directed criticism at President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of presiding over an administration that emerged from what he described as a flawed electoral process.
Criticism of INEC’s Conduct
Baba-Ahmed expressed frustration over what he called Nigerians’ tolerance for irregularities in the electoral system, insisting that the process should have triggered stronger public resistance.
He referenced a public commitment allegedly made by the INEC chairman to international observers, including former South African President Thabo Mbeki, that results would be announced by 9am, but said the commission later released the results in the early hours of the morning instead.
He described the timing as deceptive and inappropriate, arguing that such conduct undermines public trust in the electoral process.
Allegations and Electoral Concerns
The former vice-presidential candidate said he had previously challenged the outcome of the election but lamented that his efforts did not yield the desired result.
He questioned the legitimacy of a process where results are announced under what he described as questionable circumstances, insisting that the credibility of elections depends heavily on transparency and adherence to due process.
Baba-Ahmed maintained that the electoral commission’s actions during the 2023 polls continue to raise concerns among Nigerians who expect higher standards from democratic institutions.
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