Tag: #NigeriaElections
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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE APPROVES PROF. JOASH OJO AMUPITAN AS NEW INEC CHAIRMAN
The National Council of State has given a unanimous nod to Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from Kogi State as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). President Bola Ahmed Tinubu introduced Amupitan as the first nominee from North-Central Nigeria to fill the vacancy left by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who served from…
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YAKUBU RESIGNS AS INEC CHAIRMAN, HANDS OVER TO AGBAMUCHE-MBU
Mahmood Yakubu stepped down as INEC chairman to allow fresh leadership take charge ahead of crucial elections. At a brief handover, Yakubu handed over to senior commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu as acting chair, hoping the new leader can quickly settle into Nigeria’s complex electoral landscape. Yakubu reflected on 10 years of reforms, including biometric voter registration…
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INEC RECORDS 6.2 MILLION ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATIONS AS CVR CONTINUES
Over a million Nigerians complete physical registration in ongoing voter drive. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced 6.2 million online pre-registrations in its ongoing Continuous Voter Registration, with physical registrations surpassing one million as of September 28. Females made up 52.15% of the online figures, with youths aged 18-34 representing the largest group. Students…
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INEC: YOUTH DRIVE HIGH PARTICIPATION IN CONTINUOUS VOTER REGISTRATION
Nigerians’ voter turnout proves strong faith in the electoral process, despite criticism. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the surge in Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), especially among youths, shows Nigerians still trust the system. Since online pre-registration began on August 18, over 5.3 million people have registered, with nearly 765,000 completing in-person biometric verification.…
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OSUN, BORNO, LAGOS LEAD NATIONWIDE ONLINE VOTER REGISTRATION, INEC REPORTS
Over 5.3 million Nigerians pre-register online as youth and women dominate the drive. INEC updates on Continuous Voter Registration show 5,385,060 online pre-registrations, led by Osun, Borno, and Lagos states. Youths aged 18-34 make up the majority, with significant female and PWD participation. Physical registrations total 764,695, highlighting growing voter engagement nationwide.
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INEC REPORTS LOW PHYSICAL REGISTRATION BUT HIGH ONLINE SIGN-UPS IN CROSS RIVER CVR
Cross River’s voter registration sees just 499 physical completions but a surge of over 4,000 online registrants as CVR continues. INEC Cross River revealed only 499 voters have completed physical registration as of Thursday, while 4,055 have registered online since the CVR began August 18 (online) and August 25 (physical). Eligible registrants include new voters,…
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THE ABUJA SCHOOL OF SOCIAL AND POLITICAL THOUGHT-TAS, CALLS FOR INEC REFORM: BAN PARTY MEMBERS FROM COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
To restore credibility, the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought urges tough new rules blocking political appointees and party members from INEC leadership roles. TAS recommended a constitutional amendment barring anyone who held party positions or government appointments within the last five years from INEC roles. They also want a five-year cooling-off period after…
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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,…
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NSCDC DEPLOYS OVER 20,000 PERSONNEL TO SECURE SATURDAY BY-ELECTIONS
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 20,850 officers to protect lives, election materials, and critical infrastructure during Saturday’s by-elections across 16 constituencies in 12 states. NSCDC Commandant-General Ahmed Audi emphasized a peaceful, professional operation in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force, the lead agency for election security. Audi urged all voters…
