Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has said he is willing to give his life to protect his vote in the 2027 elections.
Obi charged Nigerians not to allow anyone to scare or intimidate them at polling booths during the 2027 election.
Speaking at a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, Obi cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, against altering election results.
He said Nigerians would no longer allow themselves to be intimidated at polling stations, noting that the number of voters at a polling unit was usually higher than the number of officials.
According to Obi, an average polling unit could have between 40 and 50 voters and about five officials, making it difficult for the officials to intimidate or control the voters if they stand together.
He said Nigerians must work together to protect the country, adding that he was prepared to risk his life for the process.
Obi also said there would be improved communication to prevent intimidation during the election.
He warned that attempts could be made to influence the Independent National Electoral Commission’s Result Viewing Portal, IReV, but expressed confidence that such interference would be more difficult in 2027.
The former Anambra State governor said there would be more IReV systems available during the election and that alternative network arrangements would be provided where technical problems occurred.
He said allowing network glitches to persist could negatively affect the electoral process and contribute to the problems Nigerians were currently experiencing.