The quote expressing concern over INEC's failure to reveal collected PVC amounts is not a new 2026 statement, but rather echoes Babatunde Fashola’s historical criticisms of the commission during his time as Lagos State Governor. Fashola consistently accused INEC of mismanagement and selective policies that disproportionately affected voter registration in areas like Alimosho, Amuwo-Odofin, and Surulere.