SERAP Takes Legal Action Against Code Of Conduct Bureau Over Alleged Legislative Manipulation

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, calling for a judicial review of how some of Nigeria’s latest laws were drafted and finalised, citing concerns about transparency and due process.

In its filing, SERAP questioned whether proper legislative procedures were followed during the revision of election-related regulations. The organisation argued that certain provisions intended to strengthen electoral transparency may not have been fully reflected in the final version of the law.

SERAP also raised concerns about aspects of the country’s updated tax framework, noting that inconsistencies between proposed and enacted versions could create uncertainty for citizens and businesses. It maintained that such discrepancies should be thoroughly examined to avoid legal and economic complications.

Emphasising the need for accountability, SERAP stated that oversight institutions must ensure that lawmaking processes remain open and credible. The group warned that any lack of clarity could erode public trust in governance.

Through the suit, SERAP is asking the court to order a comprehensive review of the affected laws to confirm their authenticity and ensure that all procedures were properly followed.