Tag: #DemocracyInAction
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IMPRESSIVE VOTER TURNOUT HIGHLIGHTS PEACEFUL ELECTORAL PROCESS IN ANAMBRA
The governorship election in Anambra saw remarkable turnout across polling units in Aguata, Orumba South, and Orumba North LGAs, with voters arriving early and patiently awaiting their turn. Most voters were present even before INEC officials, signaling strong civic engagement. Residents like 73-year-old Charles Orazulike praised the efficient voting process aided by the Bimodal Voter…
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EARLY VOTING MARKS SMOOTH START AT AFOR AGBOLA II, ANAMBRA ELECTIONS
The Anambra governorship election got off to an early and orderly start at Afor Agbola II polling unit in Awka South LGA, where voting began at 8:25 a.m. Residents like 73-year-old Raymond Eze expressed joy in fulfilling their civic duty and urged INEC to ensure every vote counts, fostering election transparency and voter confidence. Young…
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INEC REPORTS IMPRESSIVE 98.8% PVC COLLECTION IN ANAMBRA AHEAD OF GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 2,769,137 out of 2,802,790 registered voters in Anambra State 98.8 percent have collected their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for the Saturday governorship election. INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan called this a “significant achievement” facilitated by the extension of the collection deadline and nationwide accessibility at 326…
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SOUTHWEST REGION CALLS FOR HERITAGE REBIRTH AND UNITY AT CITIZEN-GOVERNMENT SUMMIT IN AKURE
Leaders and stakeholders from the South-West Nigeria region gathered in Akure on Wednesday to urge decision-makers and authorities to prioritize the heritage and unity of the zone. The two-day Citizen-Government Engagement Summit, themed “Strengthening Democracy Through Dialogue: Assessing Progress, Charting the Future,” was organized by Afenifere and DAWN Commission, aiming to deepen democratic processes and…
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LAWYER CHALLENGES INEC’S ₦1.5 BILLION FEE FOR VOTER REGISTER COPIES IN COURT
Lawyer Vincent Ottaokpukpu has taken the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to the Federal High Court in Abuja, asking the court to nullify the ₦1.5 billion fee INEC charged for producing copies of the national register of voters and list of polling units. Ottaokpukpu applied under the Freedom of Information Act to get certified copies…
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OVER 8 MILLION NIGERIANS START VOTER REGISTRATION IN NATIONWIDE DRIVE
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reports that more than eight million Nigerians have begun their voter registration through a pre-online process as part of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) nationwide. So far, 1.7 million have completed the full registration, including biometric capture and verification. INEC’s update reflects strong public interest ahead of upcoming…
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I’M NOT LEAVING PDP — DICKSON DECLARES…BACKS AMUPITAN’S NOMINATION AS INEC CHAIRMAN, URGES CALM IN BAYELSA
In the midst of swirling political drama in Bayelsa and national debate over the nomination of a new INEC Chairman, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson has made his position unmistakably clear: he’s staying put in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The former Bayelsa governor, who now represents Bayelsa West in the Senate, told journalists in Abuja…
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PDP AFFIRMS NOVEMBER 15 NATIONAL CONVENTION ON TRACK, DISMISSES RUMORS OF INTERNAL CRISIS
Unity and readiness define PDP’s run-up to a pivotal convention in Ibadan. The Peoples Democratic Party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, assured the public that plans for the Nov. 15 national convention remain seamless and intact, with all party chapters and leaders united. He emphasized that disagreements within the National Working Committee reflect healthy democracy,…
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PDP WINS IBADAN NORTH REPS BY-ELECTION WITH LANDSLIDE VICTORY
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) clinched a decisive win in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election on August 16, 2025. PDP’s Folajinmi Oyekunle secured 18,404 votes, more than double the 8,312 votes of his closest rival from APC. Other parties trailed far behind. The election, held after the passing of APC’s Rep. Olaide Akinremi, strengthens…
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INEC ASSURES FREE, FAIR BY-ELECTION IN ZAMFARA’S KAURA NAMODA-SOUTH
INEC Zamfara guarantees a transparent and smooth bye-election on August 16 for the Kaura Namoda-South State Constituency, following the seat’s vacancy after the late Aminu Kasuwar-Daji’s death. Electoral materials have been distributed to all 109 polling units covering 59,488 registered voters, ensuring readiness across six registration areas. Eight political parties, including APC, PDP, and NNPP,…
