No constitutional breach in Yakubu’s reappointment for INEC job — Okoye
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday said that there was no breach of constitution in the nomination of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as the […]
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INEC to resume voter registration in Q1 2021 – Mu’azu
INEC plans to resume its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in the first quarter of 2021, the Acting Chairman, Ahmed Mu’azu, said on Tuesday in Abuja. […]
Ani-Laju, 38, declares intention to contest 2023 presidential election
Victor Ani-Laju, a 38-year-old man who has declared his intention to vie for office of president in the 2023 general election, says his vision […]
Kalu congratulates US president-elect, Joe Biden
Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Kalu has congratulated the candidate of the Democratic Party, Joe Biden, […]
A Case for 2020 Electoral Act, By Uche Ugboajah
The last time an amendment was made to the laws governing elections in Nigeria was in the year 2010. That is clearly ten years […]
INEC confirms vandalisation of facilities, consults on bye-elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has confirmed that some of its local government offices and facilities were damaged while others were vandalized in the […]
Promotion of peace, intercultural dialogue solution to Nigeria’s challenges – CSO
By Chimezie Godfrey Promotion of peace and intercultural dialogue among youths and students is important in tackling security, economic and social challenges facing Nigeria, says […]
Ondo polls: CDD raises concern over influx of fake observers
Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) on Monday raised concern over the influx of fake election observer during the Ondo governorship election. Director CDD […]
INEC makes progress in uploading Ondo election results on portal
In fulfilment of its pledge to continue promoting transparency in electoral process using technology, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it made progress in […]
Vote buying, low compliance with covid-19 protocol characterised Ondo election – Yiaga Africa
A Civil Society Organisation, Yiaga Africa, says the Ondo State governorship election was marred with vote buying and inadequate compliance with Covid-19 protocol. Dr Aisha […]
Despite fire incident, we are ready for Ondo guber election, INEC Chairman declares – Watch Videos
Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu said INEC is ready for the gubernatorial election in Ondo slated for Saturday October 10, […]
Buhari’s October 1, 2020 Address -Full text
INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE OCCASION OF NIGERIA’S SIXTIETH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY, THURSDAY 1ST OCTOBER […]
Over 40 companies demonstrate IT solutions as INEC moves toward E-voting – Watch Video
By Danlami Nmodu The Independent National Electoral Commission says it has commenced moves toward the automation of voting process. This was disclosed by Professor Mahmood […]
Petitions trail UI V-C selection committee
Some members of the University of Ibadan academic community have expressed displeasure about the election of members of the community to join the Joint Council Senate […]
Ondo poll: INEC Chairman commends LG offices’ preparations
The Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has expressed satisfaction with the level of preparations by local government offices in Ondo state for the […]
Edo governorship election and consolidation of electoral democracy, By Jibrin Ibrahim
Last Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State was a positive development for electoral democracy in Nigeria. This is despite the fact that in […]
Buhari to attend Guinea Bissau National Day Celebration -Presidency
President Muhammadu Buhari will Thursday depart Abuja for Bissau to attend ceremonies celebrating the National Day of the Republic of Guinea Bissau, September 24. According to a […]
Edo Election: CLEEN calls for improvement in distribution of election materials
By Chimezie Godfrey CLEEN Foundation has called for sustained improvement in the distribution of election materials in polling units in subsequent elections. The Executive Director […]
Strong arm tactics, violence will determine winner of Edo election, YIAGA Africa fears
Yiaga Africa has expressed concern over the impact violence may have on the outcome of Edo 2020 gubernatorial election. A pre-election report made […]
PDP hails fresh US visa ban on election riggers
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has commended the U.S. for its fresh imposition of visa ban on those undermining Nigeria’s democracy and electoral process. The […]
COVID-19 Disruptions and use of Technology in Elections: Lessons for West Africa, By Udo Jude Ilo and Ayisha Osori
A season of disruptions Elections under COVID-19 present countries across the world with a unique problem: balancing the need for credible elections and containing the […]
NLC, CSO canvass Electoral Reform amendment Bill passage
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Yiaga Africa have called on the National Assembly to accelerate the passage of the Electoral Reform amendment Bill. Mr […]
INEC seeks stakeholders’ collaboration in instituting electoral transparency
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged stakeholders in the electoral process to join the commission in deepening the use of technology and instituting […]
How inclusion of People Living With Disabilities will boost electoral process
By Moses Oluwaseyi Over the years, the community of Persons Living With Disability (PLWD), has been disadvantaged in virtually every sphere of the society; religious […]
Osinbajo, Falana, others: Magu writes Salami Panel, denies reports – Full Letter
By Danlami Nmodu Suspended acting National Chairman of EFCC, Ibrahim Magu has written to Justice Ayo Salami, Chairman of the Presidential panel probing the EFCC. […]