University Lecturers’ Perception of Factors Responsible for Elections Malpractices in Nigeria

This study investigated university lecturers’ perceptions of factors responsible for election malpractice in Nigeria. A research question and three null hypotheses guided the study. survey design was used The population this consisted lecturers public universities Delta State. sample 300 instrument data collection a structured questionnaire titled Factors Responsible Election Malpractice Nigeria Questionnaire. Experts validated instrument. Cronbach Alpha method to determine reliability coefficient .79. Mean (M) standard deviation (SD), as well t-test statistics, were answer hypotheses, respectively. findings revealed that disregard electoral act by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) vote buying among various political parties win elections all means, others, are perceived Nigerian difference between is not significant based on gender, rank, religion. Based findings, it recommended, government at levels always uphold rule law, especially act, during after INEC should be very transparent different stages election, collation process. judiciary prosecute offenders or politicians who engage deter others society. stakeholders ensure there proper voter enlightenment before