Section 148
RegulationsThe Commission may, subject to the provisions of this Act, issue regulations, guidelines, or manuals for the purpose of giving effect to the provisions of this Act and for its administration.
This section empowers the Commission to make regulations, guidelines, or manuals to effect to the provisions of the Act. Regulations. Regulations are a form of subsidiary law created by a government agency, often to implement a specific legislation. Furthermore, regulations only affect those who deal directly with the agency who is enforcing them. Some of the Regulations, Guidelines and manuals issued by INEC include:
Regulations and Guidelines for the Conduct of Elections, 2022
Guidelines for election observation
Guidelines for registration of voters
Guidelines for the Conduct of Political Rallies, Processions and Campaigns,
Guidelines on Finances and Election Expenses of Political Parties, Candidates and Aspirants
