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INEC Proposes Legal Backing for Voting Without PVCs in 2027
This development follows remarks made by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, during a quarterly consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners held in Abuja in December 2024. He emphasised the growing role of technology, particularly the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System
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BREAKING: INEC Rejects Petition to Recall Senator Natasha
Reports have also surfaced suggesting that some voters were misled into endorsing the recall petition under the guise of an empowerment initiative. Additionally, a Federal High Court in Lokoja had earlier issued an interim injunction preventing INEC from acting on
… Continue ReadingINEC Flags Deficiency in Natasha’s Recall Petition Over Missing Contact Details
If the petitioners meet the necessary conditions, INEC will move to the next phase, which involves verifying signatures at polling units using the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). This process will be open to petitioners, the affected senator, accredited observers,
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Court Halts INEC from Processing Recall Petition Against Sen Natasha
Senator Natasha’s suspension from the Senate followed a confrontation with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seating arrangements in the chamber.
Lokoja, Nigeria – A Federal High Court in Lokoja has issued an interim injunction preventing the Independent National Electoral Commission… Continue Reading
INEC Proposes Stricter Laws, ₦50,000 Cash Limit to Tackle Vote-Buying
Abuja, Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for stricter legislation to curb vote-buying and other electoral malpractices in Nigeria. The commission also proposed a ₦50,000 cash limit for individuals within polling areas to prevent financial inducements … Continue Reading
INEC Proposes Special Tribunal for Electoral Offences
INEC is currently collaborating with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on the prosecution of 774 alleged electoral offenders from the 2023 general elections. While successful convictions have been recorded in Kebbi and Kogi states, many cases remain pending.
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INEC To Destroy Over Six Million Unclaimed PVCs, Sparks Controversy
INEC’s Proposal to Destroy Over Six Million Uncollected PVCs Draws Mixed Reactions from Political Parties, Legal Experts, and Stakeholders Amid Calls for Electoral Reforms and Public Awareness
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is considering destroying over six million uncollected … Continue Reading
APC, Opposition Welcome Proposal to Phase Out PVCs
Abuja, Nigeria – The All Progressives Congress (APC) and opposition parties have expressed support for the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) proposed reforms, which include phasing out Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and introducing diaspora voting.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, … Continue Reading
INEC Proposes Computer-Generated Voting Slips as Alternative to PVCs
Prof. Yakubu concluded by reaffirming INEC’s commitment to improving voter access and polling unit distribution. “The Commission will take decisive action on enhancing voter access and distribution to polling units,” he said.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission… Continue Reading
Obasanjo Calls for New INEC Leadership to Restore Electoral Integrity
Obasanjo criticized INEC for failing to deploy the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the INEC Election Result Viewing Portal during the 2023 elections.
Abuja, Nigeria – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the immediate appointment of a credible leadership … Continue Reading