Tag: INEC

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‘How Islamic school teacher sexually assaulted nine children’; Gunmen demand ₦100m to free abducted worshipers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG says over 21 million Nigerians have been vaccinated against COVID-19Petrol marketers increase pump price amid scarcityGunmen demand ₦100m to free abducted worshipersWe may have 50% invalid registrants for 2023…

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Enugu Diocese distances self from Father Mbaka after outburst; ‘Wike’s supporters react to Atiku’s choice of VP | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

SDP asks court to nullify Oni’s candidacy in Ekiti guber pollEnugu Diocese distances self from Father MbakaReps want raid on forest reserves after Owo attackWike’s supporters express displeasure at Atiku's…

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If you have not got your PVC, Rep members have INEC to extend the registration exercise

In a move to show concern for Nigerians who have not got their Permanent Voters Card (PVC), Nigerian Federal Representatives have asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to extend…

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Mega concert for PVC by INEC

Dear Nigerians, “You won’t vote until you’re in possession of your PVC”

Ar a pre-event dinner organised by the European Union (EU), before today's Youth Vote Count 2.0 mega concert holding at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral…

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INEC says it is votes, not social media, that will determine election results

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Wednesday, said that about 20 million Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) remain unclaimed in its vault, and is saying this may affect voter turnout in…

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FG launches mobile app to tackle insecurity; Nigeria withdraws from int’l basketball games for 2 years | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

INEC to adopt manual, electronic transmission of resultsBuhari asks ASUU to end strike Nigeria withdraws from int’l basketball games for 2 yearsSultan condemns brutal killing of female student in SokotoFG…

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Bola Tinubu

Tinubu declares that he “never lost a single election”; INEC says 45% voter registrations invalid | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

45% of new voter registrations invalid - INECNASU, SSANU to announce indefinite strike Northern elders ask Buhari to resign over insecurity Bola Tinubu declares that he “never lost a single…

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INEC releases final list of candidates for the 2022 Osun Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates eligible to participate in the July 16, 2022, gubernatorial election in Osun. It was earlier reported that…

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Electoral Act alone will not guarantee credible polls – INEC; Elon Musk acquires 9.2% stake in Twitter | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

*Report identifies key actors in lingering insecurity *Elon Musk acquires 9.2% stake in Twitter *Electoral Act alone will not guarantee credible polls - INEC *Bandits kidnap 22 in community near Kaduna-Abuja…

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FG subsidising electricity cost with trillions, INEC sets date for Ekiti guber election | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Appeal Court dismisses Jegede’s petition against Akeredolu The Court of Appeal in Akure has dismissed the petition filed by Eyitayo Jegede, candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the…

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INEC’s early voter registration is a good sign, but there are issues

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Wednesday, announced that the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will commence in the first quarter of 2021 ahead of the 2023 general election. The announcement was…

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#AmericaDecides exposes the obvious flaws in our electoral process

If you have been paying attention to current events all over the world since this past week, you no doubt by now are aware of one of the biggest events…

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INEC fixes date of 2023 presidential election amid calls for reforms

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed a date for the presidential election for 2023. INEC chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, made the announcement at the inauguration of the house of…

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#OndoDecides2020: YIAGA Africa calls INEC’s attention to notorious blind spots known for rigging in riverine areas

It's hours to the October 10, Ondo Governorship Election and expectations are high on not just the outcome of the polls but the process leading to same. For any true…

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#BBNaija may have ended but there are lessons for Nigeria’s political participation

Nigerians are great lovers of entertainment and this is evident in their passion for the Big Brother Naija show - from the way they talk about their favourite housemates to…

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IT’S OFFICIAL: Obaseki floors arch-rival, Ize-Iyamu to clinch second term victory | #EdoDecides2020

The flag bearer of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) at the September 19 election, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, has been declared winner of the poll and is returned elected for a…

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We should be worried that fire outbreaks in INEC offices are getting too frequent

Elections in Nigeria are usually filled with moments of uncertainty and tension. From the electorate to the candidates, down to the authorities responsible for collating and facilitating the processes involved,…

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Mompha sues EFCC for N5m, Shari’ah council urges Kano Govt. to execute singer | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Social Media Celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha, also known as Mompha, currently facing money laundering charges, has demanded N5million from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for ‘unlawful re-arrest and detention.’…

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INEC approves e-voting as from 2021 | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

INEC has said that Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) will be used for future elections in the country beginning from 2021, however, the forthcoming governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states…

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‘Corruption is the cause of Corona Virus’ – Magu; INEC reacts to order against deregistering parties – 5 Things that Should Matter Today

EFCC boss Ibrahim Magu says coronavirus is caused by corruption The acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has said that he strongly believes corruption…

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Police deny participating in demolition of Saraki’s property

The Kwara State Police Command has denied participating in the demolition of late Olusola Saraki's property in llorin, which has generated mixed reactions. In a statement released by the State's…

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Alleged Port Harcourt serial killer changes plea to not guilty

Alleged Port Harcourt serial killer, Gracious David West, has changed his plea to 'not guilty' after confessing to luring his victims to hotels in Port Harcourt, drugging and murdering them.…

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: INEC has declared APC’s David Lyon as winner of Bayelsa guber election

The candidate of the All Progressives Congress David Lyon Monday was declared the winner of the Bayelsa State governorship poll by the Independent National Electoral Commission. “That Lyon David of…

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori says he has no doubts about committing his future to England over Nigeria

Promising Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori insists he has had no doubts about committing his international future to England after being called up by Gareth Southgate. Tomori has impressed for Chelsea…

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The Late 5: Nigeria needs N10 trillion infrastructure bond – Fashola; We won’t call any witness to defend Atiku’s petition – INEC | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: INEC chairman should be appointed by the judiciary - Atiku  Atiku Abubakar, former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has…

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The Big 5: I’m under pressure to release ministerial list – Buhari; PDP witness accuses APC agents of destroying election results | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Police, parliament, judiciary, top list of corrupt institutions in Nigeria - Survey The police, parliament and judiciary top the list…

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The Late 5: Buhari reappoints Abba Kyari as chief of staff; Police announce release of 25 Fulani herders illegally detained by vigilantes in Zamfara | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: PDP suspends Elumelu, others The Peoples Democratic Party has suspended Ndudi Elumelu, the factional minority leader of the House of Representatives. The…

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The Big 5: Outsiders won’t take our land – Fayemi on Ruga controversy; Buhari finally fires NHIS boss Usman Yusuf | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Labour threatens strike over delay in implementation of minimum wage The Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council and the eight…

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The Big 5: Immunity prevented us from probing Ganduje – Rimingado; Police arrest three suspects over abduction of former minister’s son | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Police arrest three suspects over abduction of former minister's son The Nigerian police on Wednesday said three suspects have been…

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