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.
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.
Former presidential aspirant Adamu Garba has dismissed social media rumours of leaving the APC, reaffirming his commitment to the ruling party as the 2027 elections approach.
Julius Adamu, PDP chairmanship candidate in Bwari Area Council, has withdrawn to support APC's Joshua Ishaku Musa ahead of Saturday's FCT elections. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike reaffirmed his commitment to supporting candidates aligned with President Tinubu.
Deputy Spokesperson Philip Agbese downplays the opposition walkout during the Electoral Amendment Bill debate, labeling it a recognized global parliamentary tool rather than a democratic threat.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026 into law following its passage by the National Assembly.
Mike Igini, former INEC Electoral Commissioner, warns that the newly passed Electoral Act 2026, allowing manual result tabulation during network failures, could endanger the lives of presiding officers, who are often youth corpers, by sparking violent dis
Dr Chima Amadi, an APP governorship hopeful in Imo state, has issued a stern warning against any plot to manipulate the 2027 election, urging grassroots mobilisation and calling on INEC to ensure transparency.
Hoodlums violently disrupted an APC stakeholders' meeting in Akure, assaulting the party chairman, an NDDC commissioner, and others. The attackers reportedly opposed upcoming party congresses, creating chaos and injuries.
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has strongly criticized the reported tear-gassing of Nigerian citizens peacefully demanding electoral reforms, warning such actions undermine democracy and public trust in governance.
The Nigerian Senate has amended the Electoral Act, reducing the election notice period from 360 to 300 days to prevent the 2027 polls from coinciding with Ramadan, citing concerns over voter turnout and inclusivity.
The Nigerian Senate has passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 following a heated session over Clause 60. The bill repeals and re-enacts the 2022 Electoral Act.
Tempers flared in Nigeria's House of Representatives as opposition members staged a walkout, chanting 'APC ole' (APC thieves) after a controversial motion to rescind the Electoral Act Amendment bill passed in December 2025.
A supporter of the ruling APC party was cautioned for spraying naira notes on musician Dauda Rarara during President Tinubu's visit to Adamawa State, sparking outrage over selective law enforcement.
Prophet Isa El-Buba was tear-gassed at Nigeria's National Assembly while protesting for electronic transmission of election results, sparking tensions over electoral transparency and democratic rights.
Civil society groups returned to the National Assembly, demanding mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026, and the removal of manual collation.
Businessman Isaac Fayose predicts President Bola Tinubu will face overwhelming defeat in the 2027 election, framing it as a battle between wealthy 'City Boys' and grassroots 'Village Boys' supporting Peter Obi.
The National Assembly reconvenes to review INEC's 2027 election dates that conflict with Ramadan, with a proposed new date of February 13 emerging amid mixed reactions from religious leaders.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned a suit seeking the deregistration of several political parties over alleged constitutional breaches. The case involves INEC and five parties including ADC.
The Obidient Movement has responded to celebrity socialite Cubana Chief Priest's declaration that he will oppose Peter Obi's 2027 presidential ambitions, dismissing his influence as minimal in politics.
Businessman Isaac Fayose claims the 2027 presidential election will be a contest between the 'City Boys' supporting Tinubu and 'Village Boys' backing Obi, predicting Obi's victory in the South East and South South.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared he will only support candidates backing President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming area council elections, stating he owes no apology for this political stance.
Peter Obi declares his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election, addressing party switch and criticizing the current administration's borrowing practices.
Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election under the African Democratic Congress, pledging to ensure every Nigerian vote counts and addressing his departure from the Labour Party.
The African Democratic Congress in Ogun State has suspended its chairman, Femi Soluade, following a vote of no confidence. He is accused of leading armed men to disrupt a governorship declaration event.
Prophet Godwin Ikuru forecasts President Bola Tinubu's second term win in 2027, as opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi strategize to unseat him amid internal PDP divisions and ADC's rising influence.
A coalition of civil society groups in Imo State has formally petitioned INEC, opposing the reported redeployment of Enugu REC Dr. Chukwuemeka Chukwu to Imo, citing concerns over neutrality and past electoral controversies.
The North Central Youths Support Group for Tinubu has declared its backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election, promising to mobilize five million votes across the region through grassroots efforts.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on INEC to reconsider the 2027 election dates, warning they clash with Ramadan, potentially affecting Muslim participation and electoral integrity.
Nigeria's electoral body INEC has acknowledged concerns from Muslim stakeholders about the 2027 election dates coinciding with holidays. The Commission confirmed the schedule while promising careful review and consultations to ensure inclusivity.