CENTRE CRITICISES REPS MINORITY LEADER OVER CALL TO SUSPEND ELECTIONS CITING INSECURITY

A policy research centre has faulted the call by the House of Representatives Minority Leader to suspend election-related activities over rising insecurity in parts of the country.

The group described the proposal as counterproductive, arguing that halting democratic processes could weaken governance structures and public confidence in institutions.

According to the centre, insecurity challenges should be addressed through strengthened security operations, intelligence coordination, and electoral reforms rather than postponing civic activities.

It noted that while security concerns are valid, suspending elections could set a precedent that undermines democratic stability and citizen participation.

The Minority Leader had earlier suggested that worsening security conditions in some regions make it difficult to guarantee safe and credible elections.

However, the centre insisted that the focus should remain on improving security deployment and ensuring that citizens can exercise their voting rights safely.

Political analysts say the debate reflects broader tensions between safeguarding democratic processes and responding to security realities across affected areas.

The discussion is expected to continue as stakeholders engage on possible solutions ahead of future elections.