Recommendation Legal Framework, paragraph 1 (Legal Framework) Nigeria 2003
http://aceproject.org/ero-en/regions/africa/NG/nigeria-final-report-nationally-assembly/at_download/file
The present laws, although providing for a workable framework for elections, contain a number of inconsistencies. In particular the laws contain some unrealistic deadlines and are – due to the court order anulling one particular section – no longer fully applicable and enforceable. Thus, it is advised to conduct a total review of the applicable laws and in particular of the Electoral Act 2002. This does not necessarily mean that the laws have to be rewritten entirely, but that a clear and consistent legal framework should be developed that gives sufficient guidance to those working with it.
