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General elections

February 10, 2023

Two weeks to election, Bloomberg insists Peter Obi favourite to emerge Nigeria’s next president 

Mr Obi has defeated established candidates like Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar in the two Bloomberg polls conducted so far.

Peter Obi, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar.
February 10, 2023

NURTW blocks MC Oluomo, appoints coordinators for INEC operations in Lagos, Osun, Oyo, Ondo

The NURTW also listed names and contact details of all its officials who would facilitate the successful delivery of election materials.

NURTW, MC Oluomo
February 9, 2023

UN, others restate commitment to credible elections in Nigeria

The United Nations and other members of the diplomatic community have restated their commitment to supporting Nigeria in ensuring peace in the general elections.

Prof. Yakub Mahmood
February 7, 2023

South Africa’s ex-president Mbeki to lead Commonwealth observers for Nigerian elections

Sixteen distinguished individuals from around the Commonwealth make up the team.

Thabo Mbeki
January 26, 2023

No PVC, no vote, INEC insists

“Therefore, the commission is legally bound to only accept accreditation of a voter on presentation of a valid voter’s card.”

Prof. Yakub Mahmood
January 25, 2023

Senate suspends plenary till February 28

Mr Lawan said the Senate would start its recess today (Wednesday) to enable senators to participate fully in the campaigns for their return or their political parties.

Nigerian Senate
January 16, 2023

I won’t rig governorship election in Bauchi: Bala Mohammed

“I am promising that we will not rig the election. We will allow the will of the people to prevail.” 

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed
January 9, 2023

CAN urges youths to resist vote buying

“The only thing as Christians and youth leaders is that we just have to urge our people to go out and vote their conscience.”

Nigerian youths
December 15, 2022

2023: Air Chief begs military to defend democracy

Mr Amao explained that the military has a huge role to play in providing a peaceful atmosphere necessary for the success of the February 2023 elections.

Oladayo Amao
September 21, 2022

3,875 men, 381 women to contest 2023 presidential, national assembly elections: INEC

“For legislative elections, 1,101 candidates are vying for 109 senatorial seats and 3,122 candidates for federal constituencies, i.e. House of Representatives seats.”

Prof. Yakub Mahmood