Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Vice Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), highlighted the importance of strictly following the constitution in the process of electing Nigeria’s president.

He expressed his views during a conference organized by the Coalition of Nigerians living in the United Kingdom, titled “Nigeria on trial: Does democracy matter?”

Baba-Ahmed firmly believed in the practice of democracy, opposing any form of dictatorship.

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He emphasized that democracy could only exist when it was properly implemented, and adherence to the constitution was crucial in this regard.

Referring to the supremacy of the constitution, he stressed the significance of institutions like the judiciary, armed forces, police, and the National Assembly as outlined in the constitution.

He also emphasized the constitutional requirements for a validly elected president.