Former Lagos governorship candidate, Babatunde Gbadamosi, has raised concerns over what he described as alleged access to sensitive electoral infrastructure by some political figures, including individuals linked to the ruling political circle.
In a statement circulating on social media, Gbadamosi questioned whether the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, his spokesperson Lere Olayinka, and some members of the All Progressives Congress (All Progressives Congress) may have had access to restricted backend systems of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Independent National Electoral Commission), including voter database platforms.
Gbadamosi did not provide technical evidence to support the claim but argued that any perceived or actual unauthorized access to electoral systems raises serious concerns about transparency, data security, and public confidence in Nigeria’s democratic process.
The comments have since generated reactions across political and online spaces, with supporters calling for an official investigation, while critics caution against drawing conclusions without verified cybersecurity findings.
As of the time of filing this report, neither INEC nor the individuals mentioned have issued an official response to the allegation.
Cybersecurity experts emphasize that electoral systems are typically protected by multiple layers of security and that claims of “backend access” require forensic verification through formal technical audits rather than public speculation.
The controversy adds to ongoing debates surrounding Nigeria’s electoral integrity and the role of digital infrastructure in managing elections conducted by Independent National Electoral Commission.
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