Nigeria: Professor warns of civil war if 2027 elections are rigged

Pat Utomi, a professor of political economy, has warned that attempts to manipulate Nigeria’s 2027 elections could trigger severe national unrest or civil war.

Speaking following a gathering in Manchester, United Kingdom, Utomi noted that participants expressed significant concern regarding the perceived confidence of some public officials in their ability to rig future elections. He reported that many attendees were eager to find ways to combat electoral malpractice, suggesting a growing public determination to protect the integrity of the vote. Utomi cautioned that undermining the will of the voters could lead to a major national crisis.