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INEC press conference announcing election candidate details

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INEC to Release Final Candidate List for 2027 Elections on October 10, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission will unveil the final list of candidates for the 2027 governorship and State Assembly elections.

Protest against the use of AI in election processes

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Obidient Movement Opposes INEC’s AI Plans for 2027 Election Results

The Obidient Movement has rejected the Independent National Electoral Commission’s plans to use AI for results collation in the upcoming elections.

An AI-generated image of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft.

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Nigerian Air Force Names Victims of Ondo Plane Crash; INEC Staff Paid Least in Nigeria

The Nigerian Air Force confirms the deaths of all 25 people in a recent plane crash, while INEC Chairman highlights low wages for staff.

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INEC Chairman Claims Staff Are Nigeria’s Lowest Paid

Joash Amupitan highlights the need for better pay for INEC employees during a press conference.

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan speaking at a workshop.

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INEC to Monitor Campaign Spending and Sanction Vote-Buying Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission plans to track illegal campaign spending and impose penalties for electoral violence and vote-buying.

A view of the Nigerian National Assembly building.

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Senate Faces Major Turnover Ahead of 2027 Elections with Many Incumbents Excluded

The Independent National Electoral Commission reveals that over 1,300 candidates are competing for 109 Senate seats, indicating significant changes in the upcoming elections.

Cardinal John Onaiyekan speaking at a meeting in Abuja.

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Cardinal Onaiyekan Calls for Fair Elections in Nigeria Ahead of 2027 Vote

Former Archbishop urges electoral body and politicians to ensure a transparent process for Nigerians.

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APC clears Plateau LG polls

The Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission has declared the results of the local government elections held on Saturday. Announcing the results in Jos on Sunday, the chairman of the Commission, Fabian Ntung, said that the candidates of the ruling All Progressives Congress won all the chairmanship seats in the 17 council areas. He also said […]