Chairman of the house of representatives committee on media, Benjamin Kalu says direct primary will return power to the people and enhance intra-party democracy.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Kalu said the direct primary will check godfatherism.
The senate had on Tuesday adopted the compulsory direct primary method for all political parties.
Commenting on the development, the house of representatives spokesman said: “It marks a true return of power to the people. It is more participatory, creating a level playing ground for all aspirants and allowing the emergence of popular candidates,”
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“Direct primaries will increase the participation of women and youth in the political process. It will help check godfatherism, enhance intra-party democracy and reduce the commercialization of elections in Nigeria.
“The house is pleased that the senate has agreed with its position on direct primaries as well as the electronic transmission of election results.
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“The harmonization of both chambers of the national assembly on these issues is a clear indication of the maturing of our democracy.
“The house remains committed to the improvement of our electoral process and expresses confidence that electoral act (amendment) bill will be expeditiously assented upon transmission to the president.”
