Former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) National Commissioner, Festus Okoye, cautioned that the 2027 general election in Nigeria could be significantly impacted by vote buying and ongoing insecurity. Okoye issued this warning during a virtual masterclass hosted by the Lagos chapter of the Society of Nigerian Broadcasters (SNB) on Saturday. He highlighted these issues as potential threats to the integrity of the electoral process. The former commissioner’s statement underscores concerns about the vulnerability of the Nigerian electoral system. Addressing these challenges, he implied, is crucial for ensuring free and fair elections. This warning follows previous reports regarding electoral malpractice and security concerns in Nigeria. The statement was originally published by Vanguard News.