Nigeria not ready for real-time transmission of election results – Shagari
Shagari gave this advice on Friday in an interview on Arise Television. His comment is coming amid the controversy surrounding the position of the Senate on electronic transmission of election results. DAILY POST reports that the Senate on Wednesday reportedly turned down a proposed change to Clause 60, sub-section 3 of the Electoral Amendment Bill that sought […]
Electoral act: Senate’s action confirms Nigeria ‘fantastically corrupt’, ‘disgraced’ – Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Nigerian Senate for refusing to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory, calling the decision a major threat to democracy. Obi said the move exposes Nigeria as “fantastically corrupt and disgraced,” warning that it deliberately weakens transparency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi linked […]
INEC should be clean beyond suspicion – Ibrahim Gambari
Former United Nations Secretary-General, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, has emphasized the importance of credibility and trust in Nigeria’s electoral system. Speaking during an interview, he said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) must operate in a way that leaves no room for doubt or suspicion among Nigerians. Gambari described INEC as the “electoral referee,” noting that […]
Electoral Reform: ‘Let power return to our people’ — Group on Senator Obiorah’s INEC Independence Bill
A faith-based and community development organisation in Zaria, Kaduna State, Fityanatul Islam Gabari, has thrown its full support behind the proposed INEC Independence Bill sponsored by Senator Ikechukwu Obiorah, describing it as a step toward restoring power to the people and ensuring credible elections in Nigeria. Speaking at a press briefing in Kaduna, the group’s […]
Anambra election: ‘All eyes on you’ – Accord charges new INEC boss on free, fair polls
The Accord Party has called on the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, to conduct himself with fairness and integrity as he assumes leadership of the electoral body. The party emphasized that all eyes are on him as he oversees the upcoming Anambra governorship election scheduled for November […]
Stop politicians’ spouses from holding sensitive positions – Oshiomhole to INEC chair
Former Edo State Governor and current Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has called on the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that people with close political affiliations — particularly spouses of politicians — are not appointed to sensitive roles within the electoral body. Speaking during the Senate screening of […]
ADC warns National Assembly against move to shift 2027 elections to November 2026
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly cautioned the National Assembly against its plan to shift the 2027 general elections to November 2026, warning that such a move could harm Nigeria’s democratic process and disrupt governance. The party argued that the proposal, contained in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2025, would throw the country into […]
Abure Represents Labor Party At INEC Meeting
The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Barrister Julius Abure, on Tuesday represented the party at a meeting organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja. The meeting, which involved leaders of registered political parties, focused on electoral reforms and preparations ahead of future elections in Nigeria. Abure’s attendance at the INEC […]
Ex-senator Submits Bill To Remove President, Governors’ Control Over INEC, SIEC
A former Nigerian senator has introduced a new bill seeking to strip the President and state governors of their influence over the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIEC). The proposal, according to him, aims to strengthen democracy by ensuring that electoral bodies operate without political interference. The bill, if passed, […]
INEC hosts ECONEC post-election mission to Nigeria
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recently welcomed a high-level group from the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) to its office in Abuja. This visit was part of a follow-up mission after Nigeria’s 2023 general elections. The main goal of the meeting was to review how well Nigeria has followed the suggestions given by […]