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21 INEC RECs say no to election postponement
by Isi Esene Reports from Premium Times indicate that about twenty one Independent National Electoral Commission Residential Electoral Commissioners (RECs) have expressed their opposition to alleged plans by the Commission…
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Edwin Clark wants Prof. Jega out, calls for election postponement
by Andem Effiong Supporters of President Goodluck Jonathan have called for the resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Attahiru Jega. This was announced by the supporters,…
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2015: Party leaders turn INEC briefing into a shouting match
by Kolapo Olapoju It was supposed to be a meeting to brief parties on the preparations for next month’s general elections on Wednesday, January 28, when the Independent National Electoral Commission…
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We’ll overcome all challenges before February – Jega says no shaking
by Kolapo Olapoju Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Attahiru Jega, has assured that the commission would overcome its challenges before the general elections commences on February…
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“If they take back power from us, we’ll take back our oil” | “Jonathan needs to go back home so we can try another driver” | These are our top 7 quotes of the week
by Kolapo Olapoju 1. "We are Nigerians but not one Nigeria; what brings us together is oil. The North wants to use insecurity excuse to push out our own. One thing…
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“Tables turned for Emir of Kano, Naira goes digging for gold” – See our Winners and Losers of the week
by Kolapo Olapoju Winners & Losers is a roundup of the week’s major happenings, where we spotlight the ‘winners’ and ‘losers’ of the news cycle. As always, you can agree…
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YNaija Editorial: INEC, can you please take some responsibility?
INEC doesn’t appear to understand that this is not about the ego of its chairman, the reputation of its commissioners, or the short-term satisfaction of shouting down nay-sayers, this is…
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We hear GEJ wants to postpone the election by 6 months
by Kolapo Olapoju According to SaharaReporters, President Goodluck Jonathan, is actively working on moves to have the general elections postponed. On Thursday, January 22, the National Security Adviser Sambo Dasuki,…
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Everybody plots against APC – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)
by Kolapo Olapoju 1. The power of the powers-that-be. Anyone planning to go on Silverbird Television to criticise President Jonathan should have a rethink. Recently, Lagos lawyer, Festus Keyamo was on…
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Today’s Daily Brief: GEJ says he’s got confidence in Jega, Princewill vows to stop Rivers monorail project, APC thinks Fayose’s ad was desperate, and more
The governorship candidate of the Labour Party in Rivers State, Tonye Princewill, has said he will discontinue the monorail project started by the Rotimi Amaechi administration if elected as the…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Clark accuses Jega of working for APC, Oshiomhole accuses PDP of funding UNIBEN crisis, APC accuses Fayose of lying, and more
The Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, on Saturday accused the Peoples Democratic Party of planning to use a section of students of the University of Benin to unleash mayhem on…
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“Joseph Mbu, the village-destroying radical” – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)
by Kolapo Olapoju 1. Nothing stolen! No 500 million refunded! Former Governor of Oyo state, Rasheed Ladoja has denied refunding N500 million he supposedly stole to the EFCC. The present governor, Abiola…
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Permanent voters card: Make sure every Nigerian gets it – GEJ instructs Jega
by James Sambo On Wednesday, January 7, President Goodluck Jonathan ordered Attahiru Jega to make certain that all eligible voters get their voters cards before the 2015 general election. The President gave…
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This Nyesom Wike campaign billboard will contend for the tackiest ever (LOOK)
by Azubuike Azikiwe Just when it seems electioneering couldn't get any more absurd, we come across this... Somewhere on the streets of Port Harcourt, is a weird campaign billboard…
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Today’s Daily Brief: FG pledges to support INEC, Ex-PDP chairman battles Mu’azu, Buhari vows to end Boko Haram’s terror reign, and more
Former Head of State, Gen Muhammadu Buhari(retd) has condemned the bombings in Kano and Jos, saying the actions of the terrorists, not sanctioned by any religion, will not succeed. In…
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Opinion: Buhari victory and Atiku’s concession-A good omen for Nigerian democracy
by Wumi Akintide President Jonathan has forfeited his claim to running in 2015 because he has failed, and failed woefully, in my opinion. If Professor Jega does his job as…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Court says PDP can move against Tambuwal, Court orders release of detained APC officers, Court threatens to order Daniel’s arrest, and more
Ahead of the 2015 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission on Monday in Abuja expressed concern over non-compliance by political actors with the provisions of the electoral code. As…
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@TundeLeye: 2015 elections- There will be no excuses for Jega (Y! FrontPage)
by Tunde Leye The freest and fairest election in the history of Nigeria had a 35% voter turnout. We need to let that sink in. Quoting American observer Peter Lewis,…
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@INECNigeria sets up 15 Standing Committees for #2015Elections
by Akan Ido In a bid to deliver on its promise of a free and fair election in 2015, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set up 15 Standing…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: INEC extends voter registration | APC says why Amaechi dumped PDP | PDP members want Obanikoro disqualified | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. PDP members want Obanikoro disqualified. Nation Oyo APC want…
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INEC extends voter registration in Lagos, Kano, other states
by Akan Ido The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has granted a two-day extension of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in all states under the third phase of the exercise…
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YNaija Editorial: INEC’s additional polling units and the deficit of trust
The curious proposal by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to add 30,027 extra polling units to the existing 119,973 created by the National Electoral Commission of Nigeria in 1996,…
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INEC dragged before High Court over new polling units
by Laila Ibrahim The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been dragged before a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja over its newly-created Polling Units. The plaintiffs – Joseph Ikogi…
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Attahiru Jega explains why new polling units will be created
by Laila Ibrahim Independent National Electoral Commission chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has said that the electoral body has no hidden motives concerning the creation of new polling units. It will be…
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Who are ‘identity entrepreneurs’ ? | Waziri Adio explains using Jega and his new haters
by Waziri Adio Of recent, Professor Attahiru Jega has come under a hail of criticisms over the distribution of the newly-created polling units. The chairman of the Independent National Electoral…
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Simon Kolawole: What is Attahiru Jega’s INEC up to?
by Simon Kolawole I am, evidently, one of the admirers of Professor Attahiru Jega, the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Not that I have always liked him…
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What I learnt from my foray into politics – Pastor Tunde Bakare
by Akan Ido Pastor Tunde Bakare of the Latter Rain Assembly has given a glimpse into his experience in politics while running as the Vice Presidential candidate of the now…
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Why we chose Valentine’s Day for 2015 Presidential elections – Jega
by Adeola Balogun The recent announcement that the 2015 general elections would hold on February 14, Valentine's day, caused an uproar in the country. A lot of people felt that…
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Opinion: Let’s face facts, Anambra election was not free and fair
by Moshood Isah No doubt, INEC is still far away from conducting a free and fair election in the country. There are little positives to take away from the Anambra…
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INEC must tell us who sabotaged Anambra election – Lai Mohammed
by Akintomiwa Agbaje The debate on the outcome of governorship election that held in Anambra state about a week ago continues to fester. [READ:“Where did they get the results?”: Scores…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy