NDC rejects INEC’s AI plan for the 2027 elections as concerns grow over electoral records, transparency and result transmission. NDC Raises Fresh Concerns Over 2027 Election The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has rejected INEC’s plan to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) in the 2027 general elections. NDC National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, also raised concerns about…
Supreme Court reserves judgment on INEC’s appeal over Electoral Act 2026 provisions on party primaries and membership registers. The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) appeal over the Electoral Act 2026. The case centres on provisions covering political party primaries and membership registers. A seven-member panel heard arguments from…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has published the final list of presidential and vice-presidential candidates for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The list confirms 18 presidential contenders across multiple political parties ahead of the election scheduled for January 16, 2027. The list, signed by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony, features President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has announced its complete readiness for the 2027 general elections, declaring its focus on fielding candidates across all elective positions nationwide. Speaking at the party’s National Convention in Abuja, National Chairman Prof. Sadiq Gombe affirmed that the gathering proved the party’s strength and internal unity. Consequently, Gombe declared that the…
The Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to strengthen its verification systems and digital infrastructure to safeguard the 2027 general elections. In a communique issued after its 13th Annual International Conference in Abuja, the association noted that robust verification systems remain essential to prevent…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has increased its preparations for the 2027 general elections. The commission directed its nationwide staff to work together and fix operational problems. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, gave this order on Monday in Lagos. He spoke during a two-day workshop for Administrative Secretaries from all 36 states and the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by two weeks. The commission also introduced a self-service online registration option to make voter registration easier for eligible Nigerians. INEC announced the changes on Friday through its National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rolled out its timetable and operational plans for the 2026 Osun State governorship election ahead of the August 15 poll. The commission announced the schedule during a press briefing at its Osun headquarters in Osogbo. Osun Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola, said INEC has completed most…
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to publish the academic certificates and credentials submitted by candidates seeking elective offices. Obi made the call in a post on X on Tuesday after completing his INEC nomination form. Wants candidates’ certificates published Obi said making…
Wale Oyedele, governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Ekiti election, has criticised the conduct of the poll, alleging delays in voting and voter intimidation. Oyedele spoke with journalists on Saturday after voting at his polling unit in Ikere local government area of the state. ‘Only five people voted in over one…
