Tag: INEC
2027: Why Transparency, Not Leadership Change, Will Fix Nigeria’s Electoral Disputes
As Nigeria prepares for another electoral cycle, attention has once again turned to the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). However, recent developments suggest that beyond changes at the top, transparency in electoral processes remains the critical factor in addressing persistent disputes. The transition from former INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, to the…
VIDEO: “Yes, INEC Chairman Said ‘Victory Is Sure’”– Senate President Godswill Akpabio Admits Joash Amupitan Comment
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has admitted that the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, made the controversial “victory is sure” remark, a statement that has intensified concerns over the commission’s neutrality. Akpabio made the statement while speaking at the commissioning of the new Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) building in Abuja, in…
While Nigeria Loses Military Brass To Terror Attacks, Tinubu Raises Funds To Rehabilitate ‘Repentant’ Militants From ₦50bn To ₦115bn
The Bola Tinubu government has proposed ₦115 billion for the Presidential Amnesty Programme in the 2026 Appropriation Bill to support the reintegration of former militants. This represents a 76.9 per cent jump from the N65bn earmarked for both 2024 and 2025, budget documents. The new allocation is contained in the 2026 Appropriation Bill approved by…
BUSTED: Deleted Tweet Exposes INEC Boss Joash Amupitan As Bonafide Card Carrying Member Of APC
A resurfaced tweet, now deleted, has exposed the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, as a card carrying member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The tweet, which is currently circulating on social media, is being interpreted by some users as evidence of political affiliation with the ruling party, raising concerns…
No Going Back On Our Congresses And Convention Dates Despite ‘Illegal Actions’ By Amupitan-Led INEC — ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that it will not back down on its scheduled congresses and national convention, despite what it described as “illegal actions” by the Amupitan-led Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC chairman, had warned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that holding their planned convention could cost them the 2027 elections….
If ADC Goes Ahead With Convention, Even If They Win 2027 Elections, Court Will Invalidate Their Victory And Declare First Runner-Up As Winner — INEC Chairman, Amupitan (VIDEO)
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Joash Amupitan, has warned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that holding their planned convention could cost them the 2027 elections. Amupitan stated that even if ADC wins the polls, a court could invalidate their victory and declare the first runner-up as the winner if the party proceeds with…
Obidient Movement Declares Nationwide #OccupyINEC Protest, Demands INEC Chairman’s Resignation Over Threat to Democracy
The Obidient Movement has announced a nationwide protest tagged #OccupyINEC, calling for the resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over what it described as a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group said Nigeria is at a critical point where “silence becomes dangerous and inaction…
BREAKING: ADC Records Over 40,000 New Members After INEC Derecognises Party Leadership
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced a surge in membership following the decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to derecognise its party leadership on Wednesday night. According to the party, more than 40,000 Nigerians have registered as new members in the immediate aftermath of the development, signaling growing interest despite the ongoing…
Anambradecides2025: INEC Uploads 36.99% Of Results On Irev
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has so far uploaded 36.99 per cent of results from the Anambra State governorship election to its Result Viewing Portal (IReV). Checks by our correspondent on the INEC website at 3:52 pm on Saturday showed the update. READ ALSO: Anambra Poll: Sorting, Counting Begin As Voting Ends Out of…
Amupitan Pledges Collaboration With National Assembly For Credible, Fair Elections
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, has pledged to work closely with the National Assembly to deliver a credible, fair, and transparent electoral process for Nigeria. According to a statement by INEC on Monday, Prof. Amupitan made the commitment while addressing participants at the 56th Annual National Conference…