The Take It Back Movement has demanded an independent audit of Nigeria’s preliminary voters’ register, following questions over questionable entries and photographs allegedly generated by artificial intelligence.
The group also wants an immediate investigation into an attack on supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) during a political rally in Asaba, Delta State, on Saturday, 7 November 2026.
The demands were contained in a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Juwon Sanyaolu, on 7 November.
The movement accused President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of presiding over an atmosphere hostile to opposition activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
INEC faces demand for independent audit
The controversy over the preliminary voters’ register released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has become another major issue raised by the movement.
The group pointed to suspected AI-generated photographs, questionable entries and other irregularities in the electoral records.
It noted that INEC had acknowledged that some registration officers introduced questionable records into its database, including photographs generated through artificial intelligence.
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The movement wants INEC to explain how the entries entered the register, identify those responsible and state how many questionable records exist.
It also wants an independent audit of the electoral database and full public disclosure of the findings.
The group said the register must contain only eligible and verifiable voters. It warned that questionable records could affect public confidence in the electoral process.
It also insisted that INEC must remain independent and impartial, without serving the political interests of any party.
The movement warned that institutional weaknesses and electoral manipulation must not determine the outcome of the 2027 elections.
Group lists attacks on opposition gatherings
The Asaba incident was another major part of the movement’s complaint about political activities across the country.
It alleged that political thugs disrupted the NDC rally, attacked participants and damaged vehicles, leaving several people injured.
The group also cited an attack on Onwoyie of Owo and members of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Ado-Ekiti.
Other incidents mentioned included an assault on African Democratic Congress (ADC) supporters during political mobilisation in Sokoto.
It also referred to attacks in the Federal Capital Territory, Delta and Bauchi, which it said had created difficulties for opposition political activities.
The movement rejected suggestions that these incidents were unrelated confrontations. It accused the Tinubu administration and APC of allowing political intimidation to weaken opposition parties.
It also connected the situation to public dissatisfaction with the administration’s policies and governance record.
The group demanded investigations into the Asaba attack and the incidents involving AAC members in Ekiti and ADC supporters in Owo.
It wants those responsible identified and prosecuted, regardless of their political connections or affiliations.
The movement also warned that political parties must have equal opportunities to organise and participate in the electoral process.
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The Take It Back Movement says its opposition to electoral manipulation will extend beyond voting during the 2027 general elections.
It pledged to use lawful and non-violent methods to challenge any attempt to manipulate or steal the election.
These methods include mass mobilisation, public protests and organised civil resistance.
The group also wants Nigerians to defend their democratic rights collectively, including by resisting attempts to suppress their votes or impose an illegitimate election outcome.
It maintained that its contest with the APC would take place at the ballot box, alongside peaceful actions whenever Nigerians’ electoral mandate faces threats.
The Movement noted that political power belongs to Nigerians, not any political party or government.
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