23 h. ago Anambra governorship polls: INEC and vitriolic election campaigns

By Chekwube Nzomiwu In a healthy democratic system of government, an election campaign enables political parties and their candidates to prepare and present their manifestos and programmes, respectively, to the electorate. It is expected that an election campaign should be issue based in order to achieve its goal, which is to enable the voters to […] The post Anambra governorship polls: INEC and vitriolic election campaigns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Early campaigns: Drag violators to court – Falana tells INEC

By John Ogunsemore Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to arraign those violating rules against early campaigning to serve as deterrent to others. Falana stated this during an appearance on Channels Television‘s Sunday Politics. Last week, INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu decried premature campaigns by political parties ahead […] The post Early campaigns: Drag violators to court – Falana tells INEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Early Campaigns: INEC Required To Charge Violators, Says Falana

He described campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections as abnormal. The post Early Campaigns: INEC Required To Charge Violators, Says Falana appeared first on Channels Television.

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54 h. ago Early Campaigns: INEC Required To Charge Violators To Court, Says Falana

He described campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections as abnormal. The post Early Campaigns: INEC Required To Charge Violators To Court, Says Falana appeared first on Channels Television.

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63 h. ago SERAP to INEC: Punish early campaign offenders or face legal action

Tribune Online SERAP to INEC: Punish early campaign offenders or face legal action The organisation points out that prolonged electioneering leads to a prolonged electioneering frenzy that negatively impacts economic progress. SERAP to INEC: Punish early campaign offenders or face legal action Tribune Online

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2 d. ago Lawyers, Stakeholders Seek Specialised Court For Digital Violations

Stakeholders in the digital sector have called for the creation of specialised courts in the country to handle cases of digital threats and violations. The country director, Avocats Sans Frontieres (ASF) France, Angela Uzoma-Iwuchukwu, said this was part of the resolutions at the E-Rights Second Situation Room programme in Abuja yesterday. The event, organised by […]

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2 d. ago 2027 premature campaign: Between lawless politicians and ineffective INEC

Tribune Online 2027 premature campaign: Between lawless politicians and ineffective INEC… In this piece, PHILIP IBITOYE examines how the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is struggling to rein in premature campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election due to limitations of the Electoral Act and the implications of this practice for leadership and governance.  Although the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is yet to release the […] 2027 premature campaign: Between lawless politicians and ineffective INEC… Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Akwa Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation

From Isaac Job, Uyo Indigenous skilled workers in Akwa Ibom have dragged an oil company, its contractor, and subcontractor before the Federal High Court, Uyo, over alleged conspiracy and violation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act, 2010. The case filed under Suit No. FHC/UY/CS/98/2025 was instituted by the Association of […] The post Akwa Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s law not explicit on what constitutes campaign activities — INEC

Tribune Online Nigeria’s law not explicit on what constitutes campaign activities — INEC "The law provides that 150 days to elections, campaigns can begin and must end 24 hours to the election day. However, the law is silent on Nigeria’s law not explicit on what constitutes campaign activities — INEC Tribune Online

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6 d. ago A’Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation

From Isaac Job, Uyo Indigenous skilled workers in Akwa Ibom have dragged an oil company, its contractor, and subcontractor before the Federal High Court, Uyo, over alleged conspiracy and violation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act, 2010. The case filed under Suit No. FHC/UY/CS/98/2025 was instituted by the Association of […] The post A’Ibom indigenous workers sue oil firms over local content Act violation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Why INEC can’t punish politicians for early campaigns — Mahmood Yakubu

Tribune Online Why INEC can’t punish politicians for early campaigns — Mahmood Yakubu “Around the country, we have seen outdoor advertising, media campaigns and even rallies promoting various political parties and candidates. Why INEC can’t punish politicians for early campaigns — Mahmood Yakubu Tribune Online

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6 d. ago 2027: INEC expresses disaffection over aspirants’ early campaigns

Tribune Online 2027: INEC expresses disaffection over aspirants’ early campaigns Democracy thrives on fairness, order, and respect for the rules, regulations and guidelines governing the electoral process... 2027: INEC expresses disaffection over aspirants’ early campaigns Tribune Online

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6 d. ago 2027: INEC expresses dissatisfaction over aspirants’ early campaigns

Tribune Online 2027: INEC expresses dissatisfaction over aspirants’ early campaigns Democracy thrives on fairness, order, and respect for the rules, regulations and guidelines governing the electoral process... 2027: INEC expresses dissatisfaction over aspirants’ early campaigns Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Kano Traffic Court Declares Motorist Wanted After Escaping Trial

The Kano Road And Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has declared a motorist, identified as Bashir Fagge, wanted after he reportedly fled during trial at a mobile traffic court in the state. According to the agency, Fagge, who was driving a vehicle with registration number KMC 302 BD, was arraigned for allegedly disobeying traffic officers and violating […] The post Kano Traffic Court Declares Motorist Wanted After Escaping Trial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lawyers fault EFCC’s declaration of Haske as wanted, cite abuse of process

By Chinenye Anuforo The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) recent decision to declare businessman Mr. Bashir Abdullahi Haske wanted has drawn sharp criticism from legal experts, who describe the move as unlawful, defamatory, and a violation of due process. Court documents revealed that Haske, through his lawyers, has already filed a motion before the […] The post Lawyers fault EFCC’s declaration of Haske as wanted, cite abuse of process appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Owo Catholic church attackers had links with foreign terrorist groups, DSS tells court

Refutes claim that alleged human rights violation suit triggered defendants’ arraignment Court okays shielding of prosecution witnesses’ identity   The Department of State Services (DSS) has cautioned a Federal High Court in Abuja against granting bail to the five men being prosecuted over their alleged involvement in the June 5, 2022, attack at St. Francis […] The post Owo Catholic church attackers had links with foreign terrorist groups, DSS tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Adebayo Tackles INEC For Failing To Rein In Campaigns Defaulters

Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general elections, Adewole Adebayo, has berated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for failing or refusing to wield the big stick, particularly against the All Progressives Congress (APC) for continually flouting the electoral law, regarding campaigns. Adebayo expressed displeasure at the development yesterday when […]

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