Posted by Samuel on Wed 11th Mar, 2026 - tori.ng
In the new provision, anyone found guilty of belonging to more than one political party at the same time will face a fine of N10 million.
The House of Representatives has amended the Electoral Act 2026 to make dual membership of political parties a criminal offence.
In the new provision, anyone found guilty of belonging to more than one political party at the same time will face a fine of N10 million.
The green chamber passed the amendment during Wednesday’s plenary.
The House also proscribed a maximum prison term of two years for offenders.