Officials from Benin’s CENA visited Nigeria to learn from INEC regarding Nigeria’s electoral systems ahead of Benin’s significant 2026 elections, which will include three elections within three months. The visit includes a focus on various electoral procedures and frameworks.
Officials from the Commission Electorale Nationale Autonomie (CENA) of the Republic of Benin recently visited Nigeria to examine the nation’s electoral processes. The delegation, led by Dr. Sacca Lafia, aims to gather insights from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as CENA prepares for its pivotal elections scheduled for 2026. INEC’s Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, emphasized that this study is particularly important as CENA will be overseeing three elections back-to-back within a three-month timeframe, encompassing legislative, local, and presidential elections.
The Republic of Benin is gearing up for its most intricate electoral cycle yet, with its first instance of conducting multiple elections closely spaced. CENA’s exploration of Nigeria’s electoral framework signifies a commitment to enhancing its processes and ensuring a smooth election cycle. The study aims to benefit from Nigeria’s established practices in areas such as legal frameworks, election materials logistics, poll personnel training, and budgeting processes which are essential components of an effective electoral system.
In conclusion, the efforts of the Commission Electorale Nationale Autonomie to learn from Nigeria’s electoral structure underline the importance of international collaboration in electoral management. By engaging with INEC, CENA seeks to implement best practices that will facilitate its upcoming elections, marking a significant advancement in the quality and effectiveness of democratic processes in Benin.
Original Source: newtelegraphng.com
