7 h. ago NSC inaugurates Electoral Committee for federation elections

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has inaugurated the electoral committee for the upcoming national sports federations’ elections. The newly inaugurated committee has been saddled with the responsibility of conducting a hitch free and transparent elections into 20 national sports federations including Aquatics, Chess, Handball, Golf, Karate, Darts, Fives and Tennis. Others are Wrestling, Wushu Kung […] The post NSC inaugurates Electoral Committee for federation elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago INEC Reveals Surge In Online Voter Registration Ahead Of 2027 Elections

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that over 3.5 million Nigerians have completed online pre-registration. This is part of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise aimed at enabling eligible citizens to participate in the 2027 general elections. The update was provided in a press release issued on Monday, by Sam Olumekun, […] The post INEC Reveals Surge In Online Voter Registration Ahead Of 2027 Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago 2027: INEC should adopt electronic voting, transmission of results

•Says voter’s  apathy on the increase From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Erstwhile governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC) to deploy electronic voting and real time transmission of results for the 2027 general elections, saying the continued electoral malfeasance has increased Nigerians apathy in exercising their […] The post 2027: INEC should adopt electronic voting, transmission of results -El-Rufai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago 2027: INEC should adopt electronic voting, transmission of results – El

…Says voter’s  apathy is on the increase From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The erstwhile governor of Kaduna state Mallam Nasir El Rufai has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC) to deploy electronic voting and real time  transmission of results  for the 2027 general elections, saying that the continued electoral malfeasance has increased Nigerians […] The post 2027: INEC should adopt electronic voting, transmission of results – El-Rufai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal

By Seyi Babalola Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal indicated that President Bola Tinubu cannot overcome an opposition led by former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso. According to Tambuwal, if these politicians decide to run in 2027, Tinubu will be unable to defeat them. He did, however, encourage […] The post 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2027: Shaky Political Base, Structure Threaten Jonathan’s Comeback Move

Former President Goodluck Jonathan is set to quietly decline to run for president in the much-touted 2027 election, LEADERSHIP Weekend has gathered. A week-long investigation by this paper indicated that the former president is under pressure not to contest. Jonathan has been named as one of the possible presidential aspirants from the southern part of […]

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5 d. ago Nigerians can register for NIN and voter cards at same centres, says INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that Nigerians will soon be able to register for both their National Identification read more Nigerians can register for NIN and voter cards at same centres, says INEC

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6 d. ago INEC, NIMC synergise to link voter registration with national identity system

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have announced plans to strengthen synergy to harmonise voter registration with the national identity database. The move, according to the authorities, is to enhance electoral credibility and simplify future elections in Nigeria. Speaking during a meeting with the […] The post INEC, NIMC synergise to link voter registration with national identity system appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2027: Jonathan Legally Eligible To Run Again For President – SAN Ubani

  Monday Ubani, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has affirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is legally eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. He stated that this eligibility is clearly provided for under the 1999 Constitution. Ubani made the statement on Tuesday, during an interview with Arise Television, emphasising that his position was strictly […] The post 2027: Jonathan Legally Eligible To Run Again For President – SAN Ubani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2.5m Nigerians register online as INEC deploys staff to 811 offices

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says that over 2.5 million Nigerians have pre-registered online for voter registration as of read more 2.5m Nigerians register online as INEC deploys staff to 811 offices

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7 d. ago “Jonathan Shouldn’t Contest 2027 Presidential Election” – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against contesting in the 2027 presidential elections. He warned that Jonathan is being influenced by individuals who misled him in the past. Wike urged the ex-president not to allow himself to be used by politicians with ulterior motives. Addressing journalists […] The post “Jonathan Shouldn’t Contest 2027 Presidential Election” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2027: Jonathan qualified for second tenure — Bayelsa PDP chieftain

Tribune Online 2027: Jonathan qualified for second tenure — Bayelsa PDP chieftain A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa, Barr. Osom Makbere, has explained the constitutional rights of 2027: Jonathan qualified for second tenure — Bayelsa PDP chieftain Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Wike warns against Jonathan’s 2027 bid, rejects Peter Obi’s PDP comeback, affirms loyalty to Tinubu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cautioned former Presidfent Goodluck Jonathan against joining the race for 2027 presidential poll. He also warned the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) not to re-admit former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi into the party . Speaking during a media chat in Abuja, Wike advised Jonathan […] The post Wike warns against Jonathan’s 2027 bid, rejects Peter Obi’s PDP comeback, affirms loyalty to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu

By Seyi Babalola Former President Goodluck Jonathan has chastised Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo (SAN) and legal scholar Prof. Chidi Odinkalu for opposing his speculated 2027 presidential bid, urging them to refrain from interfering in his political decisions. Keyamo and Odinkalu had advised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to give Jonathan its ticket, claiming […] The post 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2027: Wike warns against Jonathan’s bid, addresses Peter Obi’s PDP comeback

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a series of sharp warnings and political insights regarding the 2027 Nigerian presidential election. Wike cautioned former President Goodluck Jonathan against re-entering the race, dismissing calls for Peter Obi to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and confirming […] The post 2027: Wike warns against Jonathan’s bid, addresses Peter Obi’s PDP comeback appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2027: Jonathan Eligible To Contest, Azibaola Replies Keyamo, Odinkalu

Robert Azibaola, a relative to former President Goodluck Jonathan, has insisted that the ex-leader was constitutionally qualified to contest the 2027 presidential election. Azibaola’s clarification followed remarks by the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo (SAN), and human rights lawyer, Professor Chidi Odinkalu, who argued that Jonathan was ineligible. He described their position as unfounded, stressing that […]

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8 d. ago Wike slams politicians pushing Jonathan’s 2027 bid, cites 2015 betrayal

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has criticised politicians urging former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the read more Wike slams politicians pushing Jonathan’s 2027 bid, cites 2015 betrayal

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9 d. ago 2027: Jonathan, Obi, Makinde to jostle for PDP presidential ticket

The race for the 2027 presidential ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) became clearer last week after the National read more 2027: Jonathan, Obi, Makinde to jostle for PDP presidential ticket

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9 d. ago Festus Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Goodluck Jonathan, For 2027 Presidential Election

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has cautioned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against presenting former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general election, stressing that such a move could endanger the opposition party’s chances. In a post shared via his official X handle on Sunday, Keyamo argued that […] The post Festus Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Goodluck Jonathan, For 2027 Presidential Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigerians won’t vote for S’ West candidate who is eligible for two terms in 2027 — Keyamo 

…Says constitution disqualifies Jonathan  As politicians battle for parties’ presidential tickets, ahead of 2027, Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation read more Nigerians won’t vote for S’ West candidate who is eligible for two terms in 2027 — Keyamo 

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