Shehu Sani Backs Single-Day Election Bill Passage

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has publicly reacted to a significant legislative development at the National Assembly. A bill proposing that all elections in Nigeria be held on a single day has successfully passed its second reading in the Senate.

The proposed legislation, as reported by PREMIUM TIMES, seeks to mandate the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct presidential, National Assembly, governorship, state assembly, and local government elections simultaneously.

Senator Sani Shares His Perspective

In a post on his official X handle on Friday, Senator Shehu Sani used a vivid analogy to express his view on the matter. He stated that holding all elections on a single day is akin to everyone being “in one boat to cross the red sea.” Conversely, he described the current system of staggered elections as a scenario where “each person would have to hire and paddle his canoe to cross the red sea.”

The former lawmaker further elaborated on his social media post, suggesting that those who prefer the option of separate election days may have reservations about the collective approach. “Those who opt for the second option are doubtful of the boat,” he wrote, implying a potential lack of confidence in a unified electoral process.

As detailed in the complete version, there are several key factors to consider.

This legislative move aims to streamline the country’s electoral cycle, potentially reducing the cost and logistical complexity of conducting multiple polls. The bill’s progression signals a serious consideration of electoral reforms, a topic that continues to generate significant public and political discourse. As the bill advances through the legislative process, further debates and analyses from other political figures and stakeholders are anticipated.