$9.8m Money Laundering: EFCC to appeal Andrew Yakubu’s acquittal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, will appeal the ruling today by Justice Ahmed Mohammed of the Federal High Court, Abuja, quashing the money […]
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Regulations, guidelines for 2023 Poll to be ready in 10 months, says Yakubu
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Prof Mahmood Yakubu Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the regulations and guidelines for the 2023 general election will […]
CVR: INEC discovers 14,665 multiple registrations in FCT
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday, said it discovered 14,665 multiple registrations in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The number, it said, was […]
Undemocratic takeover of govt poses great challenge to ECONEC, says Yakubu
The undemocratic takeover of government in some West African countries has created a great challenge for Electoral Commissions in the sub-region, according to the Independent […]
Yakubu dedicates ThisNigeria Award to INEC Staff, Youth Corps members
ThisNigeria newspaper has conferred its inaugural Gold Award in Public Service on the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, in recognition of […]
INEC chairman says elections in Nigeria tough task, urges media support
Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday said that conducting elections in Nigeria was a tough task, urging media support against […]
Ensure every single vote counts in Anambra, Yakubu tells staff
The Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has directed all staff of the commission to ensure that every vote counts in the […]
Anambra 2021: INEC Chairman arrives in Awka, meets Anambra Police Commissioner
Pic: L-R: Commssioner of Police, Anambra State, Mr. Echeng E. Echeng and the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu during the discussion held at the Commission’s […]
INEC Chairman Arrives In Enugu
PIC: INEC Chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu (in blue), Father Kukah (in Cassock) and other top officials of the Commission. Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), […]
Why This Silent Water Runs Deep? By Azu Ishiekwene
Vanguard, like many businesses, has had difficult moments and one that I remember clearly was the exit of its iconic editor, Frank Aigbogun, in 1998. After […]
All set for Anambra governorship election, says INEC chairman
Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has said that the commission is ready for the Nov. 6 governorship election in Anambra. He […]
Maiduguri: Court sentences 19 students to 6 years each for cultism
A High Court in Maiduguri on Wednesday sentenced 19 students to six years imprisonment each for cultism. Delivering judgment, Justice Umar Fadawu, held that there was […]
NCPC boss hails FG’s practical measures to contain COVID 19
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya Sequel to the Federal Government’ decision to make vaccination mandatory for all civil servants with effect from 1st December, the Executive Secretary […]
History of Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria can become great again- Pam
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya The Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, Rev. Yakubu Pam has expressed hope the history of Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria can be […]
Notes from League of Nigerian Columnists’ Lecture, By SK Usman
Yesterday, Tuesday 12th October 2021, I had the distinct honour of being the Lead Speaker at a public lecture and presentation of an awards ceremony […]
CVR: Over 62,000 involved in double registration in Anambra – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says over 62,698 persons in Anambra are involved in double or multiple registrations in the first phase of the […]
No dispute over boundary between Katsina and 3 other states – NBC
The National Boundary Commission says its efforts have resulted in establishing single border lines between Katsina/Jigawa, Katsina/Kano and Katsina/Kaduna States. Its Director-General, Mr. Adamu Adaji, […]
How Yakubu’s INEC broke a 25-year jinx at the Commission
..And why it is reason enough to legalize electronic transmission of election results By Dan’asabe Gana In the last three months or so the Independent […]
NASS pledges to back NRC to achieve seamless operations
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Transportation has pledged to support the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) with available legislative frameworks to achieve seamless transportation on […]
2023: APC UK Chairman, Dr Phillip Idaewor joins Presidential race
Dr Philip Idaewor, Chairman, Forum of APC Diaspora Chairmen has declared to run for Nigeria’s presidency in 2023. Idaewor, a medical doctor and chairman of […]
Plateau government wins case against Company over Lalong Legacy Project
A Plateau state High Court, sitting in Jos, on Friday struck out a suit instituted by Bleneson Services Limited against the Plateau State Government and […]
Electoral Forum will deepen understanding of democratic process – Olukoshi
By Chimezie Godfrey The Electoral Forum recently launched by ‘The Electoral Hub’ will deepen understanding of the electoral process in Nigeria. The Chairman of the […]
VAT: Wike, FG and Authority Stealing
By Azu Ishiekwene The guns of Nigeria’s three-year civil war were silenced 51 years ago, but in the battle for a truly federal state, the […]
INEC to address BVAS challenges – Yakubu
INEC says it will address challenges experienced with its new technology, Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), at the Isoko South 1 State Constituency bye-election in […]
Jos Crises: Gwadabe, Makama,Tilley-Gyado, Nakande, others task govt on peace
By Chimezie Godfrey A group, Make Jos Great Again Forum (MJGA) has called on the government to redouble efforts to prevent and forestall future ethnic […]