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Ehusani Urges Electoral Overhaul, Calls for Burden of Proof on INEC Ahead of 2027

Clergy Demands Urgent Electoral Reforms for 2027 Polls

Rev. Fr. George Ehusani calls for sweeping reforms to secure Nigeria's democracy, including placing the burden of proof for credible elections on INEC and ending the disenfranchisement of millions. Read his full keynote address.

Obi, Stakeholders Slam Reps Over Vote-Buying at Primaries, Warn of 2027 Risk

Stakeholders Condemn Reps' Vote-Buying Decision

Peter Obi and other stakeholders criticise the House of Representatives for refusing to criminalise vote-buying in party primaries, calling it a grave threat to Nigeria's democracy ahead of 2027. Read why this decision is a setback.

Peter Obi Slams Lawmakers: Vote Buying Makes Nigeria's Democracy a 'Criminal Marketplace'

Obi: No Democracy in a Vote-Buying System

Peter Obi criticizes the House of Reps for failing to criminalize vote buying in party primaries, warning it corrupts Nigeria's democracy. Read his full statement and analysis.

Nigerian Lawmakers Raise Election Spending Limits, Presidential Cap Now N10bn

House of Reps Increases Campaign Spending Limits

Nigeria's House of Representatives has approved higher campaign spending limits for all elective offices, with the presidential ceiling doubled to N10 billion. Read the full details and implications for the 2027 elections.

Reps Approve Sharp Rise in Campaign Spending Limits for 2027 Elections

Reps Raise Campaign Spending Limits for 2027 Polls

The House of Representatives has approved new, higher campaign spending limits for all elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Find out the new ceilings for presidential, governorship, and other candidates.

Nigeria's House of Reps Approves Jail, 10-Year Ban for Vote Buyers

House Approves Jail, 10-Year Ban for Vote Buyers

Nigeria's House of Representatives has passed stricter penalties for electoral offences, including jail terms and a 10-year election ban for vote buyers. The reforms also mandate real-time electronic transmission of results.

Tinubu Calls for APC Unity, Electoral Reforms at Ajimobi Roundtable in Ibadan

Tinubu Urges APC Unity, Electoral Reforms in Ibadan

President Bola Tinubu, represented at the Ajimobi Roundtable, urged APC unity in Oyo State and stressed the need for electoral credibility. He also highlighted economic gains and upcoming tax relief.

CSOs Demand Swift Conclusion of 2025 Constitution Review by NASS

CSOs Urge NASS to Finalize 2025 Constitution Review

Civil Society Organisations pressure Nigeria's National Assembly to urgently pass 44 constitutional amendments, citing national security, electoral reforms, and eroding public trust. Action is needed before year-end.

UPU Election Crisis: PRU Alleges Constitutional Breaches, Demands Urgent Reforms

PRU Alleges Widespread Breaches Ahead of UPU Election

Project Rescue Urhobo raises alarm over constitutional violations by UPU's NEC and Electoral Committee, jeopardizing the credibility of the December 5 national election. They demand immediate transparency.

INEC Ends First Phase of Voter Registration in Yobe on December 10

INEC Ends Yobe Voter Registration Phase 1 Dec. 10

INEC concludes the first phase of physical voter registration in Yobe on December 10. The display of the register for claims and objections runs from December 15-21. Ensure your details are correct.

Youth Groups Demand Public Display of Lawmakers' Constitution Votes

Youth Groups Demand Transparency in NASS Voting

Youth organisations demand the National Assembly publicly display lawmakers' votes on constitutional amendments via a digital system, citing transparency and accountability concerns.

Group Demands Constitutional Reform to End Presidential INEC Appointments

Group Seeks Constitutional Amendment for INEC Reform

A youth coalition urges the National Assembly to amend the constitution for a merit-based INEC leadership selection and faster election dispute resolution. Join the call for credible elections.

OPA Challenges Amupitan's INEC Nomination, Citing Democratic Risks

OPA faults Amupitan's credibility as INEC chair

Odua People's Assembly opposes Prof. Joash Amupitan's INEC nomination, warning it threatens electoral integrity. Lawyers' coalition supports this stance. Calls for Senate investigation.

2.4 Million Nigerians Complete Voter Registration - INEC Report

2.4m Nigerians Complete Voter Registration

INEC reveals 2.4 million Nigerians have completed voter registration. Osun leads with 193,026 registrations. Learn how to participate in the ongoing CVR exercise until August 2026.

Tinubu Faces Pressure to Sack INEC Chairman Over Alleged Bias

Pressure Mounts for Tinubu to Sack INEC Chairman

MURIC and civic groups demand President Tinubu remove INEC Chairman Amupitan over resurfaced 2020 legal brief on Christian genocide claims. Critics warn of electoral credibility crisis.

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