APC Congress Violence: Rep Member Escapes in Delta
Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu escaped unharmed after violence erupted at an APC congress in Delta State, with thugs attacking party members and causing injuries.
Category : Elections
Obidients Raise Alarm Over IREV in FCT Election, Urge Monitoring
The Obidient movement has raised fresh concerns about a malfunction in INEC's IREV portal during FCT area council elections, claiming results are not displaying despite uploads. Dr Yunusa Tanko urges supporters to monitor collation closely.
APC Candidate Wins Polling Unit in FCT Council Election
Christopher Maikalangu, APC chairmanship candidate in Abuja, secured 229 votes at his polling unit, far ahead of rivals, as INEC declares results amid ongoing council elections.
APC Leads in Presidential Villa Polls in FCT Election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged as the dominant party in available polling units within the Presidential Villa during the FCT Area Council election, with results showing low voter turnout.
INEC Uploads FCT Council Election Results to IREV Portal
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started uploading results from the Abuja area council elections to its IREV portal, with initial results emerging on Saturday, February 21.
APC and ADC Tie Votes in FCT Council Election in Abuja
In the FCT Area Council elections, the APC and ADC split votes equally at a polling unit in Karu, with low voter turnout reported. Security agencies confirmed a peaceful process across Abuja.
FCT Council Elections: Initial Polling Unit Results Emerge
Results from the Federal Capital Territory local government elections are being released as voting concluded. Voters elected chairpersons and councillors across six area councils.
ADC Wins Polling Unit in Abuja as FCT Election Results Trickle In
The African Democratic Congress has claimed an early win in the FCT Area Council elections, defeating the APC at a polling unit in Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, with low voter turnout noted.
Anambra Indigene Elected APC Assistant Secretary in Gombe
Edwin Chukwujekwu, an Anambra state indigene, has been elected Assistant Secretary of the APC Bolari East Ward in Gombe through consensus during the party's ward congress.
Senator Binos Yaroe Resigns from PDP Over Party Crisis
Prominent Northern lawmaker Senator Binos Yaroe has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing worsening internal crises at the national level as his reason for departure.
Kwankwaso, Gov Yusuf Test Power in Kano By-Elections
Kano's political landscape heats up as NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf face off in state assembly by-elections, marking the first test under the new Electoral Act 2026.
Analyst Doubts Tinubu's Southeast Chances in 2027 Elections
Political analyst Donald Okwuosa criticizes the City Boy Movement's grassroots impact, citing Tinubu's perceived neglect of the Southeast and neutrality on Nnamdi Kanu as key hurdles for 2027.
PDP Slams FCT Candidates' Withdrawal as Undemocratic
The Peoples Democratic Party condemns the withdrawal of two chairmanship candidates for the FCT council elections, alleging FCT Minister Nyesom Wike orchestrated the move without party approval.
Wike Warned Against Rigging Plot in Abuja Council Poll
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike faces warnings from an ADC candidate over alleged election rigging plans ahead of Saturday's area council elections in Abuja.
Fubara Backs APC in Rivers Bye-Elections
Governor Siminalayi Fubara calls on Rivers State voters to support APC candidates in upcoming bye-elections, emphasizing peace and family unity. Police enforce movement restrictions in Ahoada East and Khana constituencies.
FCT Election 2026: Tinubu, Kingibe, CSO Weigh In
President Tinubu urges INEC to ensure credible polls, Senator Kingibe condemns FCT minister's curfew, and a civil society group raises security concerns as 1.5 million voters prepare for Abuja area council elections.
INEC: 1.58M PVCs Collected for FCT Council Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission announces a 94.4% PVC collection rate in the Federal Capital Territory ahead of the Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026.
FCT Police Announce 12-Hour Movement Ban for Abuja Polls
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has declared a 12-hour restriction of movement across Abuja on February 21, 2026, to ensure peaceful Area Council elections.
INEC Tests 2026 Electoral Act in FCT, State Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission will conduct Area Council elections in the FCT and bye-elections in Rivers and Kano states on February 20, 2026, as a strategic test of the new electoral framework ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Arson Attempt on INEC Building in Abuja Foiled by Police
Unknown persons attempted to set fire to an INEC building under renovation in Abuja, just days before the FCT Council elections. Police responded swiftly, extinguishing the blaze and ensuring security.
ADC's Agaba Slams City Boys, Backs Village Boys for 2027
ADC chieftain Kelly Agaba denounces the City Boys Movement as out of touch, advocating for the Village Boys' focus on empowerment and voter protection ahead of the 2027 elections.
Wike Declares Abuja Work-Free Day for Area Council Elections
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared Friday, February 20, 2026, a work-free day in Abuja to enable residents to travel and vote in the Area Council elections, with movement restrictions from Friday evening to Saturday evening.
Imo Leader Backs Tinubu on Electoral Act Amendments
Southeast political stakeholder Dumebi Ifeanyichukwu declares Imo State's support for President Tinubu's electoral reforms, emphasizing the need for stronger democratic systems and constructive dialogue.
AA Candidate Steps Down for APC in FCT Election
Godson Nemieboka, AA chairmanship candidate in AMAC, withdraws from the FCT election and backs APC's Christopher Zakka, citing strategic consolidation to prevent political fragmentation.
Sara Duterte Announces 2028 Presidential Bid Amid Marcos Feud
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has declared her candidacy for the 2028 presidential elections, marking a dramatic political shift amid her ongoing feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
APC Suspends Abia Congresses Indefinitely for 2027 Polls
The All Progressives Congress has indefinitely postponed ward, local government, and state congresses in Abia State, citing ongoing consultations and administrative preparations for the 2027 elections.
APC Congress Violence in Ondo Leaves Two Dead, Three Injured
Violence erupted during an APC ward congress in Ondo State, resulting in two fatalities and three injuries. Political thugs attacked party members, including the state chairman's brother, prompting a police response to restore order.
Tinubu Signs Amended Electoral Act 2026 into Law
President Bola Tinubu has officially signed the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) into law, introducing provisions for electronic transmission of election results with manual backup options in cases of network failure.
Tinubu Signs Electoral Act 2026 Amendment, Stresses Manual Safeguards
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 Amendment Bill into law, introducing safeguards for manual result collation if electronic transmission fails. He praised the National Assembly for a smooth legislative process.
INEC: No Real-Time Transmission for FCT Poll Results
The Independent National Electoral Commission clarifies that results for the 2026 FCT Area Council elections will not be transmitted in real time, explaining BVAS uploads occur only after voting and counting.
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