Obasanjo Calls For Sack of INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, Gives Reasons

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the removal of Mahmood Yakubu as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Obasanjo's demand has sparked a heated debate among Nigerians, with some supporting his stance while others criticize him for his own past actions.

Mahmood Yakubu has been under fire for his handling of recent elections in Nigeria. Many have accused him of bias and incompetence, leading to widespread disillusionment with the electoral process. Obasanjo's call for Yakubu's removal is seen as a response to these concerns.

Reactions to Obasanjo's statement have been mixed. Some have praised him for speaking out against electoral malpractices, while others have criticized him for his own role in undermining Nigeria's democracy during his presidency.

Many have pointed out that Obasanjo's administration was marked by electoral irregularities, and that he has no moral right to criticize Yakubu. Others have argued that Obasanjo's statement is motivated by his own political interests, rather than a genuine concern for Nigeria's democracy.

Despite the controversy surrounding Obasanjo's statement, there is a growing consensus that Nigeria's electoral system needs urgent reform. Many have called for the establishment of an independent electoral commission, free from political interference.

Others have suggested that the electoral process be made more transparent, with the use of technology to prevent rigging and ensure the accuracy of election results. There have also been calls for the prosecution of electoral offenders, to serve as a deterrent to others.

It is only through such reforms that Nigeria can hope to build a truly democratic system, free from the corrupting influence of politics. As one commentator noted, "Nigeria's democracy needs a complete overhaul, and Obasanjo's statement is just the beginning of that conversation".