39. Are there limits on the amount a political party can spend?

Nigeria

Nigeria

Answer
Yes
Source

Election expenses of political parties

92. (1) For the purposes of an election, “election expenses” means expenses incurred by a political party within the period from the date notice is given by the Commission to conduct an election up to and including, the polling day in respect of the particular election. (2) Election expenses incurred by a political party for the management or the conduct of an election shall be determined by the Commission in consultation with the political parties.

Electoral Act, 2010

Comment

There is no specific amount stipulated in the act, but it is mentioned that the limit will be determined by the Commission in consultation with the political parties.

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