Thursday, July 16, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

March 3, 2022

Revolution looks desirable in Nigeria: Jega

“Time to wake up, rise and join hands in solidarity for struggles and active engagement in the political process…”

Former INEC chairman Attahiru Jega and Omoyele Sowore
February 25, 2022

Amended electoral act to ensure free, fair elections in 2023: INEC

In the meantime, INEC’s spokesperson, Festus Okoye says the act contains many progressive provisions.

Prof. Yakub Mahmood
February 12, 2022

INEC satisfied with conduct of FCT Area Council elections

The electoral body said that reports received so far from the field indicates that there have been no hitches.

Mahmood Yakubu
January 28, 2022

FCT Elections: INEC assures disabled persons of priority voting rights

“Special queues will also be maintained on the election day to give priority to the persons with disabilities to cast their ballots with dignity and privacy.”

Disabled person voting in Nigeria used to illustrate the story
January 25, 2022

INEC withholds pay of 630 ad hoc staff over election materials

The ad hoc staff failed to return election materials and devices used for the gubernatorial election in Anambra on November 6, 2021.

Prof. Yakub Mahmood
January 25, 2022

2023: IDPs’ camp management appeals to INEC for polling unit

The camp said there are no fewer than 400 voters registered before 2015, and no fewer than 300 prospective eligible voters.

January 18, 2022

Speedy passage of Electoral Amendment Bill crucial for 2023 elections: INEC

INEC is waiting for the passage so as to “release the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2023 General Elections.”

Prof. Yakub Mahmood
November 23, 2021

2023: Voter registration hits 4.2 million, says INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says fresh registration in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) has hit 4,297,494.

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
November 12, 2021

AnambraDecides: INEC issues certificate of return to Soludo

Certificates of return were issued to Mr Soludo and his deputy governor-elect Onyeka Ibezim in Awka.

Chukwuma Soludo