Vote buying dominated Anambra election – Yiaga Africa
Civil society organisation, Yiaga Africa, has raised concerns over widespread vote-buying in the just-concluded Anambra governorship election. In its post-election observations released on Sunday, the group reported that several political actors allegedly influenced voters with cash, food items, and material gifts at polling centers. According to Yiaga Africa, this practice undermined the credibility of the […]
Anambra election: APC candidate casts vote, alleges vote-buying, intimidation
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the Anambra election has cast his vote, but he did not leave the polling booth without raising serious concerns. Speaking to journalists after voting, he alleged that some political actors are engaging in vote-buying and intimidating voters across parts of the state. He claimed that reports from […]
Niger CP deploys three DCPs, personnel to three senatorial zones for Saturday council elections
The Commissioner of Police in Niger State has taken major steps to ensure peace and security during the council elections scheduled for Saturday. According to the command, three Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) and several officers have been deployed across the state’s three senatorial districts. The deployment aims to maintain order and prevent any breakdown […]
INEC Begins Observer Accreditation Process for 2024 Edo and Ondo Governorship Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has started the process of accrediting organizations to serve as observers for the upcoming 2024 governorship elections in Edo and Ondo States. Accredited organizations are required to upload the personal details and photographs of their field observers onto INEC’s online portal to complete the accreditation process. This information was […]