Falana further criticized the commercialisation of Nigerian politics, referencing allegations by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman Ola Olukoyede that some governorship aspirants spent between ₦20 billion and ₦30 billion during primary elections. He questioned the source of such enormous sums, suggesting they likely came from illicit means. “If you are spending between ₦20 billion and ₦30 billion on a primary election, how much are you going to spend in the real election?” he asked, highlighting the danger of unchecked financial influence in politics.
He concluded by calling for urgent reforms to strengthen internal party democracy, curb the monetisation of politics, and safeguard Nigeria’s democratic process. Falana’s remarks underscore the growing need for systemic changes to ensure fair, transparent, and accountable elections. As Nigeria approaches critical electoral cycles, his warnings serve as a reminder that the health of democracy depends on the integrity of every stage of the electoral process.
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