Some Nigerians living in the United Kingdom gathered at the UK Parliament to protest and call for the removal of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan.
The protest was organised by members of the Nigerian diaspora, who said they are worried about the state of Nigeria’s electoral system as the 2027 general elections approach.
According to them, the credibility of future elections is at risk if urgent changes are not made.
During the demonstration, protesters carried placards and chanted slogans demanding reforms in the electoral process.
They stressed the need for elections that are free, fair, and transparent, adding that Nigerians both at home and abroad deserve a system they can trust.
One of the protesters said Nigeria’s democracy must be protected now to secure a better future. He argued that asking the INEC chairman to step down is necessary to rebuild public confidence in the electoral body.
He also called on other Nigerians to support the movement for electoral reforms.
The group said their protest is part of a broader effort by Nigerians around the world to demand accountability and strengthen democratic institutions in the country.
They warned that ignoring these concerns could affect voter participation and trust in the system.
At the same time, similar actions are being planned in Nigeria. Youth members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have mobilised supporters for protests across several states.
The planned demonstrations are expected to take place at INEC offices in Lagos, Ogun State, and Jigawa State.
Protesters in these locations are also demanding the removal of the INEC chairman and calling for immediate reforms to improve the electoral process.
Observers say the growing wave of protests, both abroad and within Nigeria, shows increasing public concern about the country’s democracy and the need for credible elections ahead of 2027.