Category Archives: INEC NIGERIA

In a significant development ahead of the 2027 General Election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the names and personal particulars of their candidates for the Presidential and National Assembly elections.The submission window, which was originally scheduled to close on Saturday, July 11, 2026, will nowContinueContinue reading “INEC Shifts Deadline for 2027 Candidates’ Submission to July 14”

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday entered a new phase of leadership as Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, formally assumed duty as its substantive Chairman in a ceremony marked by solemnity, symbolism, and renewed hope for Nigeria’s democracy.Held at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, the handover event was attended by INEC’s top management,ContinueContinue reading “NEW INEC CHAIRMAN, PROF. JOASH OJO AMUPITAN, VOWS TO REBUILD ELECTORAL TRUST, UNITE COMMISSION — TASKS STAFF TO “BREAK DOWN SILOS” AND DELIVER CREDIBLE POLLS”

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ramped up preparations for key electoral activities across the country, as it continues strategic consultations with major political stakeholders. On Day 2 of its high-level engagements, the Commission met with leaders of all registered political parties to unveil critical updates on bye-elections, Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), and theContinueContinue reading “INEC Unveils August Bye-Elections, Kicks Off Nationwide Voter Registration Ahead of Anambra Guber Poll”

In a bold assertion ahead of the Edo State elections, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Onuoah, has emphasized that poor network connectivity remains the only factor that could potentially hinder the seamless electronic transmission of election results. The statement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Vanguard Newspaper, igniting discussions around theContinueContinue reading ““Edo Election: Poor Network, the Only Barrier to Smooth Electronic Result Transmission – REC Onuoah””

With just three days remaining until the pivotal Edo State elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has taken to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle to remind citizens of the power they hold in shaping their future. The commission’s latest post highlights the importance of participating in the upcoming polls, urging voters to makeContinueContinue reading “Countdown to #EdoDecides2024: INEC Calls on Voters to Shape Their Future”