Tag: #INEC
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INEC FREEZES ADC, DELETES DAVID MARK-LED NWC FROM PORTAL
Nigeria’s electoral umpire has hit pause on all ADC activities as a fierce leadership battle heads to court. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will remove the National Working Committee led by David Mark from its portal and stop dealing with any faction of the African Democratic Congress until the courts decide who…
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ADC DIASPORA RAISES ALARM OVER INEC MOVE ON PARTY LEADERSHIP
A fresh political storm is brewing as ADC’s diaspora chapter questions the timing and implications of INEC’s decision amid an ongoing court battle. The U.S. chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has faulted the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for removing the David Mark–led National Working Committee from its portal while the leadership dispute…
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INEC LAUNCHES MASSIVE VOTER ENLIGHTENMENT DRIVE IN KANO
Kano residents are urged to revalidate their PVCs and stay election-ready as INEC kicks off a week-long voter awareness campaign. The Independent National Electoral Commission has rolled out a seven-day voter enlightenment exercise at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, targeting eight metropolitan Local Government Areas. The aim: boost voter participation and ensure citizens update their registration…
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KWARA PDP RALLIES FOR ABUJA CONVENTION AHEAD OF 2027
Kwara PDP leaders are closing ranks and heading to Abuja—saying the upcoming national convention could shape the party’s path to the 2027 elections. Leaders, elders and aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State have agreed to fully participate in the party’s national convention scheduled for March 29, 2026 in Abuja. The decision…
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NO PVC, NO VOTE: INEC URGES ENUGU RESIDENTS TO ACT NOW
With 2027 elections on the horizon, INEC is calling on residents to pick up their PVCs and register early—before it’s too late. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged residents of Enugu State to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). Speaking in Enugu, Resident Electoral…
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THUGS STORM ADC WOMEN RALLY IN RIVERS, DISRUPT EVENT
What was meant to empower young women in politics turned chaotic after suspected thugs invaded and shut down an ADC gathering in Rivers. Suspected political thugs on Friday disrupted the maiden meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Young Women Forum in Eleme LGA of Rivers State. The attackers reportedly stormed the venue in Alesa…
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UN BACKS NIGERIA’S DEMOCRACY, SAYS AFRICA’S STABILITY DEPENDS ON IT
The United Nations says Nigeria’s electoral success is key not just for the country — but for the entire continent. During a visit to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Mohamed Fall reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s democratic journey. He said Nigeria’s size, influence and 27…
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ENUGU OPPOSITION SLAMS N150M BILLBOARD FEE, CALLS IT ‘POLITICAL ROBBERY’
Political tension is rising in Enugu as opposition parties reject a controversial N150 million billboard fee, warning it could silence challengers and weaken democracy. Opposition political parties in Enugu State have strongly condemned the N150 million advertising fee imposed on political aspirants for campaign billboards, describing the move as outrageous, unfair, and undemocratic. The State…
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FCT POLLS: INEC CHAIRMAN PRAISES ORDERLY, EFFICIENT, PEACEFUL VOTING
BVAS shines and voters turn out as FCT area council elections run smoothly, says INEC. Prof. Joash Amupitan, INEC Chairman, expressed satisfaction with Saturday’s FCT area council elections, describing the exercise as orderly, efficient, and peaceful. Speaking from Abuja, he praised the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) for reducing waiting times to under five seconds…
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KAN0 BY-ELECTION: SECURITY STRONG, TURNOUT LOW AMID RAMADAN
Kano’s State Assembly by-election ran smoothly and peacefully, but voter turnout remained low as Ramadan fasting and limited candidate participation kept some away. Kano State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Amb. Abdu Zango, praised security agencies for ensuring a safe and orderly election during Saturday’s by-election in two state constituencies. Speaking after monitoring polling units, Zango…
