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How Much Do Nigerians Trust INEC, the Judiciary, and Security Agencies to Ensure Fair Elections?

Free, fair, and credible elections are the foundation of any functioning democracy. In Nigeria, the integrity of the electoral process depends largely on the performance, neutrality, and coordination of key institutions such as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the judiciary, and national security agencies including the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS).

INEC is responsible for organizing and supervising elections, managing voter registration, and announcing results. The judiciary plays a critical role in resolving electoral disputes, interpreting electoral laws, and upholding constitutional provisions. Security agencies are tasked with maintaining order, preventing voter intimidation, and ensuring a peaceful voting environment.

However, public trust in these institutions often shapes voter confidence, turnout rates, and acceptance of election outcomes. Allegations of irregularities, delays in result collation, election petitions, and concerns about security presence during elections have fueled national debates about institutional independence and transparency.

This poll seeks to measure Nigerians’ level of trust in these institutions and assess whether citizens believe they can effectively guarantee credible elections. Specifically, the survey aims to understand:

+ The level of public confidence in INEC’s independence and competence
+ Trust in the judiciary’s impartiality in handling election-related disputes
+ Perceptions of security agencies’ neutrality during elections
+ Whether citizens believe electoral reforms have improved transparency
+ Overall confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system

The results of this poll will provide data-driven insights into institutional trust levels across different regions, age groups, and socio-economic backgrounds. The findings can inform policymakers, electoral reform advocates, civil society organizations, researchers, and media analysts seeking to strengthen democratic institutions and improve electoral credibility.

Participation in this poll is voluntary, and responses will be used strictly for research and public opinion analysis. The goal is to contribute constructively to national dialogue on electoral integrity and democratic accountability in Nigeria.

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Important Notice

This poll is conducted solely for public opinion research and informational purposes. It does not represent the official views, policies, or positions of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Nigerian judiciary, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), or any other government institution, political party, or candidate.

The opinions expressed in the poll results reflect the personal perceptions of respondents at the time of participation and should not be interpreted as verified facts, legal judgments, or official assessments of institutional performance. Participation is voluntary, and responses are collected anonymously unless otherwise specified.

The organizers do not endorse or oppose any political party, candidate, or electoral outcome. The purpose of this poll is to promote informed civic engagement and contribute to constructive dialogue on electoral integrity, institutional trust, and democratic governance in Nigeria.

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1 On a scale of 1 to 5, how much do you trust INEC to conduct free and fair elections? *
2 How much do you trust the judiciary to handle election-related disputes fairly and impartially? *
3 How would you rate the neutrality and professionalism of the following security agencies during elections? *
Please select one option for each statement in the grid below.
Statement Poor Fair Good Excellent
Nigeria Police Force
Department of State Services (DSS)
Other security agencies (e.g., Civil Defence)
4 Do you believe that election results announced by INEC generally reflect the will of the people? *
5 What most influences your level of trust in electoral institutions? *
6 Have you personally witnessed or experienced any irregularities during an election process? *
7 In one word, how would you describe Nigeria’s current electoral integrity? *
Separate multiple words with commas
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