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INEC Announces Resumption Of CVR On May 11

------Urges eligible citizens to participate actively in strengthening Nigeria’s electoral system   The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise for its third and final phase, scheduled to commence on 11 May 2026.   In a statement, the Commission said…

INEC Welcomes New Commissioner Jamila Manafa, Boosts Preparations for 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially welcomed its newly appointed National Commissioner, Jamila Abubakar Sadiq Manafa, following her inauguration by the President. INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, described her appointment as both timely and crucial, noting that it comes at a significant moment as the Commission ramps up preparations…

INEC Sets August 13 Campaign Deadline For Osun Poll

------- Reaffirm Commission's commitment to conduct free, fair and transparent election.   The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an adjustment to the campaign timeline for the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, following a shift in the election date. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the Commission recalled…

National Broadcasting Commission Warns Broadcasters Against Bias, Intimidation of Guests Ahead of 2027 Elections

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has cautioned television and radio broadcasters to uphold professional standards, warning that presenters who engage in unethical practices risk facing sanctions, especially as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.   In a statement released by its Public Affairs Department, the commission expressed concern over…

B-Lord’s Bail Hearing Stalls at Federal High Court Despite Police Withdrawing Opposition

The bail proceedings involving Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur and founder of Blord Group, Linus Williams Ifejirika, have taken an uncertain turn at the Federal High Court in Abuja following unexpected developments.   Earlier, the police had applied to withdraw the counter-affidavit they filed in opposition to B-Lord’s bail request—a move that…

INEC Chairman Amupitan Disowns Fake X Account

-----Says it is the hand work of mischief makers, reaffirms Commission's mandate to deliver free, fair and credible elections come 2027.   The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has disowned an X profile impersonating him, describing it as a ‘malicious and coordinated campaign of…

BREAKING NEWS: Mass Protest Hits INEC Headquarters as Nigerians Demand Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2027 Polls

A massive number of demonstrators gathered at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Abuja on Wednesday, braving persistent rainfall to demand greater transparency and accountability in the electoral process ahead of the 2027 elections.   What initially began as a protest associated with a faction of the…