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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria recently released a comprehensive report shedding light on the challenges encountered during the result viewing process of the 2023 presidential elections. Published on its website, the 526-page report aims to address the concerns surrounding the failure to provide real-time access to the election results through the INEC…
In a significant move, President Bola Tinubu has appointed nine new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). These appointments come with a term of five years each, pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. The decision was made in accordance with the constitutional powers vested in the President as per the…
In preparation for the upcoming governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has revealed a key aspect of the electoral process. He stated that the election results will be uploaded on INEC’s Result Viewing Portal (IReV). This decision aligns with the commission’s…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the Edo and Ondo State Governorship Elections. The tenure of the Governors of Edo and Ondo States will end on November 11, 2024, and February 23, 2025, respectively. Edo State Governorship Election: Ondo State Governorship Election: These timelines and schedules…
The Electoral Institute’s Training Department has taken proactive steps to prepare Electoral Officers, Assistant Electoral Officers (Operations), and Heads of Legal Departments for the upcoming Imo State Governorship Election, scheduled for November 11th, 2023. The training Programme, which began on September 25th, 2023, aims to equip these officials with essential skills and knowledge to effectively…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed its preparations for the forthcoming off-cycle Governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States scheduled for Saturday, November 11, 2023. As part of its preparations, INEC will conduct a mock accreditation using the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and upload polling unit results to the INEC Result…
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s Aide, Laolu Akande, expresses concerns over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) inability to electronically transmit election results, stating that it has damaged public trust in the agency. Laolu Akande, former aide to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, has voiced his concerns regarding the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its…
INEC announces electronic result transmission for Kogi State governorship election, aiming to enhance transparency and curb electoral malpractices. Prof. Gabriel Longpet, the REC of Kogi, highlights the significance of electronic transmission in safeguarding the integrity of results. The move is part of broader efforts to ensure credible and accountable democratic processes.
In a recent statement released on their official Twitter handle, @inecnigeria, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has acknowledged both the positive aspects and challenges faced during the 2023 General Election. The Commission has expressed its awareness that certain aspects of the election are currently being litigated at various election petition tribunals, and, thus, they…
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, convened a crucial post-election review meeting with Collation and Returning Officers to evaluate the 2023 General Election and discuss potential reforms for future elections. Addressing the attendees at the Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja Continental Hotel, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu welcomed the participants,…