Loopholes in the Electoral Act and the pervasive influence of ‘money politics’ are significantly hindering women’s participation in Nigeria’s 2027 party primaries, according to gender rights advocates. Issues such as costly nomination forms, consensus arrangements, and opaque party primary processes are cited as major barriers. Experts highlight that direct primaries, intended to be a safeguard for marginalized groups, have been implemented in ways that further restrict women’s access to candidacy.
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