Tag: INEC

“Cancel Kano by-elections over violence, disruptions” -APC urges INEC

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The All Progressives Congress, (APC), has demanded the immediate cancellation of the ongoing by-elections in Shanono/Ɓagwai Constituency and the rerun election in Ghari Constituency of Kano State. APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a statement issued in Abuja yesterday, urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to halt the exercise without delay. He alleged that the elections were marred by “widespread extreme violence and disruption by armed thugs” across several polling units in both Shanono, Ɓagwai and Ghari constituencies. He said: “Verifiable reports from Shanono and Ɓagwai local government…

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2027: INEC shake- up looms amid rising concerns

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Nigeria may face challenges in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections as almost half of the top officials at the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), are set to retire between December 2025 and next year. Experts warn that if these leadership positions are filled in a politically biased way, it could harm the country’s democracy. At a roundtable in Abuja hosted by YIAGA Africa, the group’s Executive Director, Samson Itodo, stressed the importance of choosing new leaders for INEC based on skill, experience, and integrity. “We should all be…

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INEC confirms 16 by-elections across 12 states for today

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INEC confirms

The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has announced that by-elections will be held in 16 federal and state constituencies, as well as senatorial districts, across 12 states of the federation. The elections are scheduled for today, Saturday, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at polling units in the affected constituencies. In a public notice, INEC outlined voting procedures, stressing that only registered voters with a valid Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) will be allowed to cast their ballots. “Voters shall only vote at polling units where they are registered”, the statement said. The…

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‘All set for Kogi Saturday by-election’ — INEC

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INEC on Kogi

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that the preparation for the Saturday by-election in Dekina-Okura Constituency of Kogi State has been completed. Kogi State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Oliver Agundu, disclosed this in Lokoja on Tuesday, during an interview with newsmen. The by-election follows the death of former Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Enema Paul, on December 14, 2024, after a prolonged illness. Agundu, through INEC’s Education Officer, Haruna Halliru, said that the commission had held a meeting of Inter Agency Consultative Committee…

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SDP sues INEC over disqualification of candidates, denies internal crisis

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SDP sues INEC

The Social Democratic Party, (SDP), has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), challenging what it described as the unlawful disqualification of its candidates from participating in upcoming by-elections across twelve states in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the SDP accused INEC of overstepping its constitutional mandate by rejecting candidates who emerged from what it insists were validly conducted party primaries. According to Aiyenigba, “The Commission acted against the ruling of the Supreme Court to have…

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INEC receives 12 more applications for party registration

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INEC receives

The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has announced that it has received 12 fresh applications from associations seeking to register as political parties, bringing the total number of applications under review to 122. This development followed the commission’s earlier disclosure on June 23 that it had received 110 applications. INEC emphasised that the process remains transparent and fair to all applicants. In a statement issued yesterday. the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said: “On Monday last week (23rd June 2025), the Commission…

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INEC unveils 2025-2026 election timetable 

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INEC unveils

…Resumes voter registration The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has unveiled a comprehensive electoral timetable for 2025 and 2026, including five major elections and the resumption of nationwide Continuous Voter Registration, (CVR). This announcement was made by INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, during the second quarterly consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners, (RECs), held in Abuja yesterday. The electoral body, in a statement on its official X handle, said it is gearing-up for a busy period, with a series of crucial polls scheduled across various states. In the statement, the…

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INEC sets Aug.18 for online voter registration

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INEC on voter registration

…In-person starts Aug. 25 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the commencement of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide, with online registration scheduled to begin on Monday, August 18, 2025, while physical, in-person registration at designated centres will commence a week later on Monday, August 25, 2025. This development was disclosed by the INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, during a consultative meeting with political party leaders and stakeholders in Abuja. According to the Commission, the CVR exercise is in preparation for upcoming off-cycle governorship elections and…

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INEC writes ADA, confirms registration process on-going

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INEC writes ADA

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally written to the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), assuring the emerging political association that the administrative procedures required for its registration are actively being processed. The development is seen as a significant boost for the ADA, a new political movement seen by many as a potential third force coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, with several prominent figures from the opposition working quietly behind the scenes. In a letter dated June 27, 2025, signed by INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the Commission acknowledged…

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INEC sets Aug. 16 for nationwide by-elections

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INEC on by elections

…Including Chikun/Kajuru constituency The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has announced that by-elections to fill vacant legislative seats across the country will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025. The elections, which will take place in 16 constituencies spread across 12 States, are intended to fill vacancies in both the National and State Assemblies that have arisen due to resignations, deaths, and court-ordered annulments. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made this known during a consultative meeting with political parties in Abuja on Wednesday. Among the affected constituencies is the Chikun/Kajuru…

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