Press Statement on the 2026 NBA National Elections: ECNBA Clarifies Service Provider Engagement, Voter Authentication Framework, and Electoral Communication Guidelines

Dear Colleagues,

Please find attached a Press Statement issued by the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) dated 12 June 2026, providing clarification on issues relating to the engagement of service providers for the 2026 NBA National Elections, the voter authentication framework, including the proposed integration of the National Identification Number (NIN), and the need for responsible electoral communication by all stakeholders.

The statement addresses concerns arising from recent publications and online commentaries regarding the electoral process and reaffirms the Committee’s commitment to transparency, fairness, integrity, and the conduct of a credible election.

Members are encouraged to read the attached statement for full details.

PRESS STATEMENT; FINAL VERSION_260613_161534

Signed,

AHAM EJELAM, SANChairman (ECNBA 2026)

IBRAHIM ALIYU NASSARAWA, ESQSecretary (ECNBA 2026)

Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) | NBA House, No. 9 Oro-Ago Street, Garki, Abuja,

NBA Communication Officer

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