The Obidient Movement says it rejects the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) plan to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the 2027 elections. In statements attributed to the movement’s leadership, it argues that INEC has not provided enough explanation of how the technology would work and how it would be governed during the electoral process.
The movement’s stated position focuses on demands for transparency and independent scrutiny, including calls for testing and accountability measures before any AI is used. Vanguard reports the group faulting INEC for its AI proposal and raising concerns about the lack of sufficient public clarity around deployment plans. Vanguard also reports allegations by the movement involving political alignment, while Punch frames the issue primarily as a rejection of the AI plan coupled with requests for transparency and accountability.
Across the outlets, the core issue is the same: the Obidient Movement challenges INEC’s readiness and disclosure regarding AI use for 2027, urging clearer procedures and oversight before implementation.
