Review issues, unethical staff conduct in 2023 elections, APC NWC tasks INEC –

Review issues, unethical staff conduct in 2023 elections, APC NWC tasks INEC –

By: Taiwo Amodu – Abuja The National Progressive Congress (APC) National Vice President (North West) Salihu Lukman has tasked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with conducting a review of its management of the just-concluded general election. Luqman made the call while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Friday. The former director-general of the Progressive … Read more

Ikpeazu sacks all aides after losing elections –

Ikpeazu sacks all aides after losing elections –

Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has fired all of his political appointees, including special advisers, senior special assistants and technical officials, after losing the Senate race and failing to name his preferred successor. State Government Secretary Barr made a statement in Umuahia on Thursday. Governor Chris Ezem directed the state accountant general to ensure immediate … Read more

More notes on the Elections –

More notes on the Elections –

The prevalence of the comic spirit is one of those distinctive features of Nigerian life and society – one of those things that make us who we are – our capacity to turn every season, every occasion, serious, not so serious, even sombre, into an opportunity for mirth, that is – plain rambunctious, defiant or … Read more

Nigerians still in shock of outcome of presidential, governorship elections – Convener Big Tent –

Nigerians still in shock of outcome of presidential, governorship elections – Convener Big Tent –

Yabel Muhammad Professor Pat Utomi, convener of the Big Tent, said many Nigerians were still in shock over the results of the February 25 presidential election and the March 18 gubernatorial election. Utomi revealed the news at a press conference in Lagos on Monday. He said election referees, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, hyped … Read more

This year’s elections will teach Christians to be more involved in politics —Alamu –

This year’s elections will teach Christians to be more involved in politics —Alamu –

Pastor David Alamo is the sender of the Apostolic Church for the Salvation of Christ at Aboul Egba Vineyards in Alaro, Lagos State, and the President of the Association of Christian Pastors. In an interview with SEYI SOKOYA, he talked about the importance of Christian participation in politics, among other issues. How do you rate … Read more

Why irregularities often mar elections in Nigeria —Agunloye, former minister –

Why irregularities often mar elections in Nigeria —Agunloye, former minister –

Former Minister of Defense and Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Olu Agunloye, spoke to IMOLEAYO OYEDEYI about issues related to the last general election conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and more. Following the outrage over the results of the February 25 presidential election, Communications and Digital Economy Minister Isa Pantami … Read more

Aftermath elections, entertainers say battle not over –

Aftermath elections, entertainers say battle not over –

• Why I won’t work with some people again —Paul P-square • ‘I now know my enemies’ • Funke Akindele unveils new plans •Some of us need a break —Ruggedman By Segun Adebayo As the dust raised by this year’s elections gradually settled, some Nigerian celebrities who participated actively in the electioneering for their principals … Read more

Edo tribunal receives 14 petitions on National, state assemblies elections –

Edo tribunal receives 14 petitions on National, state assemblies elections –

The Edo Election Petition Tribunal received 14 petitions from victims of parties and candidates in the just-concluded congressional and state assembly elections. The court secretary, Mr. Muazu Sanusi, broke the news to reporters in Benin on Thursday. He said the petition was filed within the 21 days allowed by law. According to Sanusi, the petition … Read more

British govt collates information on promoters of violence in Nigeria’s elections –

British govt collates information on promoters of violence in Nigeria’s elections –

The British government has begun collating information on Nigerians’ involvement in election violence and other misdeeds during the just-concluded general election. This was revealed by the British High Commission in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday. The High Commission condemned the violence that disrupted the conduct of the elections and the use of ethno-religious language … Read more

There are issues over 2023 elections, but…. Sani, ex-ACF spokesman –

There are issues over 2023 elections, but…. Sani, ex-ACF spokesman –

Arewa Advisory Forum (ACF) Former State Advocacy Secretary Anthony Sani talks to KUNLE ODEREMI about General Election Candidates’ Claims and Objections, Integrity of Results and more How would you rate this election and why? I think despite the cash crunch and fuel shortage, both organization and transparency have improved significantly from before. That’s because the … Read more