Reaffirming INEC’s independence, Prof. Amupitan stated: “Let me reiterate that the authority and power to publish the date of election is that of the Independent National Electoral Commission.” Click Here 👇 for details “Presidential Election February 20, 2027, Governorship March 6” — INEC Chairman Amupitan Releases 2027 General Election Timetable
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With the recent endorsement by Nigeria’s National Council of State, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) has emerged as the nominee to lead the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). As the country anticipates a new era in electoral leadership, here are ten key insights into the life and career of the […]
The Edo State Police Command has announced the deployment of 7,825 personnel and a restriction of movement for the by-elections scheduled for Saturday. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is conducting by-elections for the Edo Central Senatorial and Ovia Federal Constituency seats. The elections are a result of Senator Monday […]
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded the immediate removal of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Anugbum Onuaha, ahead of the National Assembly by-elections scheduled for August 16th. During a press conference held in Benin City on Tuesday, Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the […]
The Nigerian Senate has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct bye-elections for the vacant senatorial seats representing Edo Central and Anambra South. The announcement was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session, officially declaring the two seats vacant and underscoring the urgency of […]
In a surprise move, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has closed its case at the Edo Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja without calling any witnesses. The tribunal had previously adjourned the session due to the absence of INEC’s witnesses, who were reportedly traveling from Benin City to Abuja. However, […]
The proceedings at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja faced delays on Wednesday due to the absence of witnesses from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC is the first respondent in a case brought by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Mr. Asue Ighodalo. […]
Following the declaration of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the winner of the Edo governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Yiaga Africa, an election observer, has raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. On Tuesday, they urged for a thorough investigation into allegations of result manipulation […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that political parties have submitted more than 44,000 polling and collation agents in preparation for the upcoming Edo State governorship election. This information was communicated on Thursday by Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee. […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that an impressive 4,682,086 registered voters are set to participate in the upcoming governorship elections in Edo and Ondo States. This vital information was shared by Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, during a […]