1 hour ago Action Alliance: INEC Chairman escapes arrest, complies partially with court judgment

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmoud Yakubu may have escaped being arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, following his partial compliance with the judgment of the Federal High Court, Osogbo, Osun State which ordered him to return the name of the National Chairman of […] The post Action Alliance: INEC Chairman escapes arrest, complies partially with court judgment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

59 h. ago INEC Chairman Selection Should Be Democratic – Amnesty Int’l

Amnesty International has called for democratic reforms in the process of selecting the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other key judicial appointments in Nigeria. Speaking at a press conference in Lokoja, Comrade Sunday Jatto, the Kogi State Director of Amnesty International, suggested that human rights organizations and the Nigerian Bar Association […]

Politics

3 d. ago Delays In Electoral Legal Framework May Affect 2027 Elections – INEC

  The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on amending the nation’s electoral legal framework. The commission warned that delays could cause setbacks in its preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, made this appeal on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in Abuja while […] The post Delays In Electoral Legal Framework May Affect 2027 Elections – INEC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

3 d. ago 2027: Act Fast On Electoral Reform Proposal, INEC Tells National Assembly

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has appealed to the National Assembly for an expeditious consideration of the electoral reform proposal, ahead of the 2027 general election. The chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu made the appeal during a meeting with the European Union (EU) Election Observation Follow-up Mission to Nigeria at the commission’s headquarters […]

Politics

4 d. ago Election reform: INEC blames national assembly for delay in EU recommendations

Warns that uncertainty over legal framework for elections can unsettle it From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has attributed the delay in the implementation of the recommendations of the European Union Election Observation Mission for the 2023 general elections to the National Assembly’s failure to review electoral laws. Chairman of the […] The post Election reform: INEC blames national assembly for delay in EU recommendations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

4 d. ago INEC Working With Stakeholders On 2023 EU Recommendations – Yakubu

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured the European Union (EU) of its commitment to electoral reforms. The Commission said it has already acted on some of the recommendations made after the 2023 general election. It also explained that it is working with other stakeholders to address the remaining recommendations. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood […] The post INEC Working With Stakeholders On 2023 EU Recommendations – Yakubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

4 d. ago 2027: INEC seeks speedy consideration of electoral act review

Tribune Online 2027: INEC seeks speedy consideration of electoral act review The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has again restated its concern over the delay in the National Assembly's review of 2027: INEC seeks speedy consideration of electoral act review Tribune Online

Politics

5 d. ago Niger: 3 Kidnappers Killed As Bandits Abduct Electoral Commission Member, Ex

Bandits have abducted a commissioner of Niger State Independent Electoral Commission (NSIEC), Ahmed Mohammed, former chairman of the State Universal Education Board (NSUBEB). Alhaji Bawa Niworo and scores of passengers. It was learnt that fleeing bandits from Kwara State stopped vehicles on the Mokwa-New Bussa Road in the state’s Ibbi Mashegu local government area. LEADERSHIP […]

Events

6 d. ago Cross River Governor Vows To Boost Voter Registration Ahead Of 2027 Elections

  Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has pledged to fully support the ongoing Continuous Voters’ Registration (CVR) exercise organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The Governor’s message was delivered on Tuesday, by his aide, Dr. Michael Abuo. Dr. Abuo serves as the State Co-ordinator for the African Union Development Agency/New Partnership […] The post Cross River Governor Vows To Boost Voter Registration Ahead Of 2027 Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago Nigerians Still Have Confidence In Electoral Process, Says INEC

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the notion that Nigerians have lost confidence in the electoral process is more of a myth than a reality, as those who proclaim it lack convincing evidence to support their stance. The chief press secretary to the INEC chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, made the assertion yesterday in Abuja. On […]

Politics

7 d. ago Warri: We haven’t suspended action on delineation of wards — INEC

Tribune Online Warri: We haven’t suspended action on delineation of wards — INEC The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied media reports that it has suspended action on the proposed delineation of wards in Warri North... Warri: We haven’t suspended action on delineation of wards — INEC Tribune Online

Politics

7 d. ago Nigeria @65: Jonathan, Osinbajo, Jega, Others To Demand Bold Electoral Reforms

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, and former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Attahiru Jega will lead other stakeholders to launch a National Movement for Electoral Reforms in Abuja on October 1. Others who will assemble for the event are former Minister of Education Dr Oby Ezekwesili; legal […]

Politics

7 d. ago Claims of public distrust in electoral system baseless – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reacted to claims that Nigerians have lost confidence in the country’s electoral system, calling it baseless as it is not supported by facts. Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, who dismissed the claims, stated that the high level of youth participation in the ongoing Continuous Voter […] The post Claims of public distrust in electoral system baseless – INEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

7 d. ago Anambra Guber: ADC’s Nwosu declares party as credible alternative to APGA, APC alliance

Tribune Online Anambra Guber: ADC’s Nwosu declares party as credible alternative to APGA, APC alliance THE African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the November 8, Anambra State gubernatorial election, Mr John Chuma Nwosu, has enjoined Nigerians to take active interest in the forthcoming governorship election to see how far the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has improved in its election management strategies. He stated that while all eyes are on […] Anambra Guber: ADC’s Nwosu declares party as credible alternative to APGA, APC alliance Tribune Online

Politics

8 d. ago 2027: SERAP Tells Tinubu To Disclose Selection Process For New INEC Chairman

As the tenure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) draws to a close, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to disclose the details of the appointment process for his successor. SERAP, specifically urged President Tinubu to reveal the number and names […]

Politics

8 d. ago Don’t Shroud INEC Chairman Selection In Secrecy – SERAP Warns Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure transparency in the process of appointing the next chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a letter published on Saturday and signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP said Nigerians deserve to know the details of the […] The post Don’t Shroud INEC Chairman Selection In Secrecy – SERAP Warns Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

9 d. ago New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi

Tribune Online New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi The spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, speaks with SAM NWAOKO on the expectations of the party as President Tinubu makes to appoint another chairman for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and other issues. Nigeria is set to get a new INEC chairman. President Tinubu will do us that honour […] New INEC chairman must not be partisan, says ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi Tribune Online

Politics

1 week ago INEC Approves Promotion Of 471 Workers, Reviews Election Preparations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 471 junior staff across different cadres as part of its routine exercise to enhance the welfare of its workforce. The development was announced on Thursday in a statement by the commission’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun. It followed […] The post INEC Approves Promotion Of 471 Workers, Reviews Election Preparations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

1 week ago INEC: Mahmood approves promotion of 471 junior staff amid rumoured removal

Tribune Online INEC: Mahmood approves promotion of 471 junior staff amid rumoured removal Amidst speculation of his removal as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) Professor Mahmood Yakubu presided over INEC: Mahmood approves promotion of 471 junior staff amid rumoured removal Tribune Online

Politics

1 week ago Shehu Sani Dismisses Report On Tinubu’s Directive To INEC Chair To Go On Leave

Former Kaduna lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has debunked reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu directed the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu to proceed on compulsory pre-retirement leave. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Sani described the alleged directive as “most likely a social media entertainment […]

Politics