The panels were established to promote transparency, fairness and internal democracy in the party’s electoral process.
The president has maintained in the last few months that state police are a necessary response to Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
According to him, despite judicial pronouncements, INEC has continued to recognise the then Dr Ajuji Ahmed group and now the Bala Mohammed-led group.
“If it were up to you, would you negotiate with terrorists? If they asked for weapons, money, or concessions of future laws of this land as part of their ransom,” said the speaker.
INEC says more than 300,000 registered voters are expected to participate in the Nasarawa North senatorial district bye-election scheduled for June 20.
Mr Tinubu has congratulated Mr Ibrahim on his election as chairman of the United Nations General Assembly Fifth Committee on Budget and Administration.
The Senate on Wednesday approved a new excise duty regime on sugar-sweetened beverages.
“Boko Haram terrorists are gradually achieving their target. It started in the North-East and is now spreading to the South-West,” said Mr Lawan.
“At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them,” Mr Obi reasoned.
Mr Osikominu alleged that party funds were paid into personal accounts without proper accountability.
