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The Digest: The Inter-Party Advisory Council has proposed stripping the President of the power to appoint INEC's leadership, urging the creation of an independent committee to safeguard the electoral body's neutrality ahead of the 2027 polls. Key Points: IPAC proposed an independent body...

The Digest: With the next general election on the horizon, concerns are mounting about the integrity of the process that will shape Nigeria's future. According to TheCable, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over a perceived "lack of commitment" from INEC to implement...

The Digest: In a demonstration of steady leadership amid swirling speculation, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has personally chaired the commission's weekly meeting, directly countering reports of his imminent departure. The session, which focused on upcoming elections and staff welfare...

The Digest: As Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s tenure as INEC Chairman ends next month, attention turns to his successor, a choice that will profoundly shape the credibility of the 2027 elections and Nigeria’s democratic integrity. Yakubu’s legacy is marked by technological promise and public...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission has published the definitive list of seventeen candidates who will contest the 2026 Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections scheduled for February 12. This follows the conclusion of the statutory period for candidate withdrawal...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed concern over the low turnout for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Enugu State, with only 1,801 new registrations recorded in 15 days. Despite smooth logistical operations, voter apathy remains a...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared 14 out of 171 applicant associations to proceed to the next phase of the registration process to become official political parties. Rooted in the Storm. Key Points: INEC assessed all applications based on...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has openly criticized incumbent politicians for exploiting their positions to launch early campaigns for the 2027 elections, acknowledging its inability to enforce sanctions under the current Electoral Act. The commission is now...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally recognised former Senate President David Mark as the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), cementing the party’s role as the primary coalition platform for major opposition figures ahead of the...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finalized voter registration for the upcoming Anambra governorship election, with over 146,000 new voters added to the roll. The electoral body has ensured all processes are in line with the Electoral Act 2022. Key Points...

The Digest: The Lagos office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been seen displaying a banner with the image of President Bola Tinubu. This has led to concerns about the commission's Compromised Neutrality ahead of the 2027 elections. Key Points: INEC’s Lagos office...

The Digest: A major dispute has erupted between the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and opposition parties over alleged irregularities in the ongoing voter registration exercise. The clash signals a growing Digital Distrust ahead of the 2027 general elections. Key Points...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced the physical phase of the 2025 Continuous Voter Registration across Nigeria. Eligible Nigerians can now complete their voter registration in person, following the online pre-registration that started on August 18, 2025. The...

The Digest: Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo slams the judiciary and INEC chairman in his new book, accusing them of corruption and undermining justice and democracy. He warns that the country's legal and electoral systems threaten national stability. Key Points: Obasanjo calls...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that over 505,000 Nigerians completed their online pre-registration for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in just five days. Key Points: Over 505,000 Nigerians pre-registered for CVR in five days...

The Digest: Buba Galadima, a top member of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), has raised concerns over the ability of INEC to conduct free and fair elections under President Tinubu’s administration. He criticized the current government’s politicking and INEC’s inability to call politicians...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched the online pre-registration phase for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) ahead of the 2027 general election. Nigerians can now register via the INEC portal, ensuring participation in the democratic process. Key...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Zamfara State House of Assembly bye-election inconclusive. The decision was due to irregularities in five polling units, creating a Void that leaves the outcome of the election uncertain, with a rerun to be...

The Digest: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has demanded that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) cancel the by-election in the Shanono/Bagwai state constituency and the rerun for the Ghari constituency in Kano, citing violent disruptions during voting. Key Points: APC...

The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will now allow prison inmates the right to vote, following a ruling by the Appeal Court. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu confirmed this on Friday while meeting with the Nigeria Correctional Service's Comptroller General, Sylvester...