JSS3 Civic Education Lesson Note on Need for Free and Fair Election

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TOPIC: Election and Electoral Bodies in Nigeria

CONTENT:  Need for Free and Fair Election

Sub–Topic 1: Need for Free and Fair Election

Free and Fair Election

A free and fair election is the one that is free from all forms of electoral fraud or malpractices. Such election is characterized by freedom from violence, intimidation or coercion by political parties, candidates and media, freedom to challenge and raise objection to issues without negative consequences, freedom to vote in secret and freedom to hold political rallies.

Need for Free and Fair Election

1. Free and fair election guarantees good governance
2. There will be peace in the society because the people will not be cheated
3. It brings the right candidate to office
4. Developed countries will respect any country that succeeds in conducting free and fair elections.
5. It fulfills the condition for democracy.

EVALUATION:

1. Explain free and fair election.
2. Mention 4 reason for free and fair election.

Sub–Topic 2: Electoral Malpractices in Nigeria

Electoral Malpractices

This is the manipulation of electoral process by the candidates, political parties and electoral commission. It can also be referred to as all illegal behaviours of voters, political parties or electoral officials that hamper or disturb the conduct of free and fair elections in the country. Electoral malpractices are the things done that hinder free and fair elections.

Forms of Electoral Malpractices

1. Election rigging
2. Thuggery
3. Bribery and corruption
4. Deceitful manifestoes
5. Falsification of election result
6. Illegal printing of voters card

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