The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially introduced six innovative digital tools aimed at boosting the efficiency and credibility of elections in Nigeria. These technological solutions were unveiled during a one-day retreat held in Lagos State on Wednesday, April 30, where INEC outlined plans to modernise the nation’s electoral process. According to the commission, […]
As preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed plans to propose significant changes to Nigeria’s electoral framework, one of which involves removing the President’s authority to appoint Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs). Under the proposed amendment, the responsibility for such appointments would shift to the electoral commission
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The process of online voter registration in Nigeria has significantly improved participation in elections, thanks to initiatives by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Citizens can now conveniently register, request a new Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC), or replace a misplaced or damaged one via the official INEC online platform. This article outlines important details about
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Mr. Sam Olumekun, a National Commissioner at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and head of its Information and Voter Education Committee, is currently serving as acting chairman, according to Naija News. This temporary role came to light during a meeting with the Labour Party leadership on Wednesday, where Olumekun was referred to as the
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated its stance on impartiality and adherence to due process in relation to the ongoing leadership dispute within the Labour Party (LP). This assurance was given by INEC’s Acting Chairman, Sam Olumekun, during a visit to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja by key Labour Party figures on Wednesday.
Professor Mahmood Yakubu, the Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is scheduled to conclude his second and final term in office by the end of 2025. Appointed in December 2020, Yakubu has played a central role in overseeing Nigeria’s electoral system, including the successful coordination of several bye-elections shortly after taking office. Recent
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The Presidency has refuted claims circulating online that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the dismissal or replacement of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. In a statement shared on Monday via his official 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) account, O’tega Ogra, the President’s Senior Special Assistant on Digital and New
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According to the report from the Sun, Former President of the Southern Kaduna Peoples’ Union (SOKAPU), Dr. Jonathan Asake, has criticized the handling of Nigeria’s economic reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that the nation has yet to see tangible results from the savings accrued from the removal of the fuel subsidy. Asake described
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Why INEC Chairman’s Tenure Must Be Short – Olusegun Obasanjo
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Obaseki Reacts As INEC Officially Announces APC As Winner Of Edo Governorship Election
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INEC Speaks On Alleged Attack, Hijack Of Materials In Edo
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Prof. Emeka Ezeonu, a former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) official has declared that the 2023 elections cannot be rigged. The one-time Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Imo spoke on Wednesday at a Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) event in Awka, Anambra. Ezeonu urged Nigerians to get their Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) and perform their
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The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmood Yakubu has said that the 2023 general elections were in danger should the incessant attacks on their offices and facilities continue unabated. Speaking at the Commencement of an Investigative hearing of the Adhoc committee of the House of Representatives investigating the attacks on offices
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The police have revealed that some Nigerians are working to disrupt the 2023 general election. According to Usman Baba, Nigeria’s inspector-general of police (IGP), separatist groups in the country are guilty of these allegation, The Cable reports. The IGP disclosed this through Dandaura Mustapha, deputy inspector-general in charge of operations, who represented him before the
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Unknown gunmen were eliminated by Eagle Eyed Security agencies in New Owerri and Control post roundabout area on Monday morning, 12th December 2022 over attempt to attack the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. It was gathered that the gunmen led by one Osondu attempted to burn down the INEC headquarters in the
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