The phrase "to sabotage the process" means to intentionally disrupt or hinder the progress or functioning of a particular activity, plan, or system. Full definition
Speaking during a media briefing in Abuja, the lawmaker alleged that in Zamfara, the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party and the Governor, Alhaji Abdulaziz Yari, «deliberately sabotaged the process by not following party guidelines in conducting any of the two congresses held so far». (dailypost.ng)
Sometimes mum can unwittingly sabotage this process by jumping in to rescue dad when he's struggling with babygro poppers or back - to - front nappies. (bounty.com)