84 m. ago Insecurity: Troops overstretched, devise other strategies, FG told

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja With the frequent cases of banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and other cases of security threats in the country, the Federal Government  (FG)  has been advised to involve credible private security outfits to join hands with troops and other security personnel to restore peace in the country. In a press statement made available […] The post Insecurity: Troops overstretched, devise other strategies, FG told appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu?

From: Ismail Omipidan, Abuja When Professor Mahmud Yakubu was named the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in October 2015, he pledged to reform the commission and introduce necessary changes that would help strengthen the country’s electoral process. In demonstrating his commitment, he consistently urged legislators to make timely interventions ahead of each […] The post 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday officially accepted the departure of Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the conclusion of his second term. According to a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, to honour his service, the President conferred […] The post Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tinubu Confers National Honour On Yakubu, Accepts Exit As INEC Chairman

Presidential spokesman said the honour was part of the recognition for Yakubu's contributions to the nation. The post Tinubu Confers National Honour On Yakubu, Accepts Exit As INEC Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago NERC to activate PCAF to support electricity consumers, critical institutions

Tribune Online NERC to activate PCAF to support electricity consumers, critical institutions In a post on his X handle, Ramat advised AKTH’s management to reduce costs through energy audits, replace inefficient equipment, and install meters in staff quarters and shops. NERC to activate PCAF to support electricity consumers, critical institutions Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New INEC Acting Chair May Agbamuche

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has a new acting chairman, May Agbamuche-Mbu, the senior National Commissioner in the Commissioner currently and accomplished legal expert with over three decades of experience. Her emergence followed the handover of duties to her by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who has proceeded on terminal leave on Tuesday. The announcement was […]

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11 h. ago Customs intercepts N1.18bn contraband goods in Oyo, Ondo, others

Tribune Online Customs intercepts N1.18bn contraband goods in Oyo, Ondo, others Four suspects were arrested in connection with the seizures and would be handed over to the relevant agencies for investigation and prosecution... Customs intercepts N1.18bn contraband goods in Oyo, Ondo, others Tribune Online

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11 h. ago CVR Update: Youths Dominate As INEC Records 6.85m Registrations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday announced that a total of 6.85 million Nigerians have completed their pre-online registration. The registration is part of the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise aimed at expanding voter participation ahead of upcoming elections. According to the Commission’s Week Six update, published on its official website, […] The post CVR Update: Youths Dominate As INEC Records 6.85m Registrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago INEC boss Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche, proceeds on terminal leave

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has proceeded on terminal leave after officially handing over to May Agbamuche, the most senior National Commissioner on Tuesday, to act pending the appointment of a substantive chairman. Yakubu handed over during the meeting he held with Resident Electoral Commissioners […] The post INEC boss Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche, proceeds on terminal leave appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago May Agbamuche: Five quick facts about new INEC acting chairman

Tribune Online May Agbamuche: Five quick facts about new INEC acting chairman May Agbamuche-Mbu, a seasoned legal expert with over three decades of experience, has been appointed Acting Chairman of the May Agbamuche: Five quick facts about new INEC acting chairman Tribune Online

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12 h. ago JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman

Tribune Online JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to May Agbamuche, who now serves as the Acting National Chairman of the commission. JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Tribune Online

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13 h. ago BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman

Professor Mahmood Yakubu is leaving office as INEC chairman, having completed his two-term tenure of 10 years. The post BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Lagos Tops As States Generate ₦3.6trn In NBS 2024 IGR Report

Lagos State has once again maintained its lead as Nigeria’s highest revenue-generating state, according to the latest Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) at State Level Report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The report, published on Monday via the NBS X handle, revealed that the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) collectively […]

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21 h. ago Nigeria’s security crisis affects Muslims, Christians —Senators

Tribune Online Nigeria’s security crisis affects Muslims, Christians —Senators Cruz, in a post on his X handle, claimed that Christians in Nigeria were facing systematic persecution. Nigeria’s security crisis affects Muslims, Christians —Senators Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Soludo, Aregbesola, Others Seek Improvement In INEC Conduct Of Elections

Political leaders and electoral experts have demanded that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) publicly demonstrate its election technology before each poll and link the voter register to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to restore public confidence. The calls were made in Abuja yesterday during the launch of the Athena Election Observatory at a […]

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23 h. ago Anambra Guber: Some Politicians Trying To Manipulate INEC – Soludo

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State on Monday alleged that some politicians are plotting to influence the outcome of the upcoming governorship election. Soludo accused certain politicians of “sleeping in the office” of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in a bid to manipulate results ahead of the November polls. He made the statement during […] The post Anambra Guber: Some Politicians Trying To Manipulate INEC – Soludo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Let Parties With Five Lawmakers Nominate INEC Chiefs – Aregbesola

The Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, on Monday, proposed a new approach to the appointment of leaders of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Aregbesola suggested that political parties with at least five members in the National Assembly should be allowed to nominate those who will head the electoral […] The post Let Parties With Five Lawmakers Nominate INEC Chiefs – Aregbesola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Political Parties demand end to presidential appointment of INEC chairman, top officials

Political parties under the umbrella of the Inter-Party Advisory Council are demanding immediate legal reforms to strip the executive arm of govt. read more Political Parties demand end to presidential appointment of INEC chairman, top officials

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32 h. ago 2027: Soludo, Lawal, Aregbesola challenge INEC to build credible electoral systems

Tribune Online 2027: Soludo, Lawal, Aregbesola challenge INEC to build credible electoral systems Governor Chukwuma Soludo commended the progress made by INEC under Professor Mahmood Yakubu, describing the agency’s technological advancements as transformational.  2027: Soludo, Lawal, Aregbesola challenge INEC to build credible electoral systems Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Constitution Review: IPAC, Muslim alumni support reform of INEC, SIECs

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has called for the removal of the power to appoint the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC) from the Executive arm of government in the ongoing constitution review exercise. IPAC, also called for the scrapping of the State Independent Electoral Commissions( SIECs) […] The post Constitution Review: IPAC, Muslim alumni support reform of INEC, SIECs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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