election 2015

Opinion: Nigerian politicians suffer from a trust deficit

by Odusote Oluwakayode Our experience so far has shown that some citizens are more reluctant to experience the doubt, anxiety, and loneliness of distrust than an endorsement of candidates’ qualities In this recent political process, we have already witnessed the incursion of entertainers into partisan politics. This involvement and attachment to political parties has unfortunately... Read More

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Opinion: The consequences of conducting the 2015 elections now

by Dominik Umosen Until this cardinal objective of exorcising the demon of feudalism and freeing the country of its enduring contradictions, every other manipulation is either diversionary or deliberately orchestrated to mislead… It must be said, from the outset, that neither savage reactions to this candid assessment of the Nigerian conundrum nor the intimidating thought... Read More

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Abdulrahman Leme: The Igbos have no business supporting the PDP – here’s why

by Abdulrahman Leme Like all elections in the past, the major determinant of the election outcome is not necessarily the interest of the Nigerian populace, but the interest of some vested interest from different quarters across the geo-political zones. It is the month of March already and all eyes are on Nigeria for an unprecedented,... Read More

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YNaija Editorial: Your life is more valuable than the ambition of any politician

The elections are almost upon us as the six week postponement period has almost elapsed. Sadly, there is desperation saturating the political atmosphere as politicians want to secure, or remain in power at all costs. True, some of the politicians may be interested in improving our lives and society if voted into office, but most.... Read More

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Opinion: Let’s discuss the PVC and the Card Readers

by Adetayo Adegbemle Needless to say that the introduction of the Card Readers by INEC is a novel idea and that it would go a long way to make the election rigging free, it is also important to critically analyze issues surrounding the use of the technology, especially taking into consideration the Nigerian environment and... Read More

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February 8, 2015

Opinion: These aspirants don’t care about what unites us

by Adesina Oluwaseun Sport should be an integral part of what any sincere government should place as a priority. I have critically watched with keen observation the various presidential candidate in the February 14 Presidential election in Nigeria. None has mentioned or discussed on how they will transform our sport sector around for good after... Read More

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February 5, 2015

Opinion: Why schools should go on break during the elections

by Adesina David “Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves.” – Abraham Lincoln. This is just a piece of my mind to those at the helm of affairs in this country. As much as I remain a loyalist to the leadership and authority of this nation, and as much as... Read More

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January 2, 2015

Why we decided to print election ballot papers abroad – INEC

by James Sambo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied reports that it spent $75 million to print the 2015 presidential ballot papers in Europe. INEC says its decision to print some of the ballot papers abroad is to protect the integrity of the electoral process. The Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman,... Read More

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September 24, 2014

Why the politcal “big boys” don’t want Buhari as president [READ]

by Laila Ibrahim A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has revealed that the elites in Nigerian politics are opposed to Rtd.Maj-General Muhammadu Buhari, flying the party’s flag at the 2015 presidential elections. While launching a group, “Friends of Buhari”, in Abuja, Okechukwu said that these elites don’t want Buhari as president... Read More

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September 21, 2014

“50 per cent of my cabinet will be made up of young people” || @Atiku reveals plans at #MeetAtiku event

by Emma Chidiogo Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has announced that he will launch his bid for the presidency on Wednesday, September 24. Speaking at a gathering of young people tagged #MeetAtiku, the former Vice President talked about his intentions if he got elected as president. He also spoke briefly about his tenure... Read More

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September 12, 2014

2015: Plateau gets more polling units

by James Sambo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has allocated an additional 1,542 polling units to Plateau State bringing the total number of polling units in the state to 4,173. While speaking during a Strategic Stakeholders Forum in Jos, the state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner, Habu Zarma, said that INEC was in the process of... Read More

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September 8, 2014

My hands are clean! Aliyu says he didn’t endorse this man as presidential candidate

by James Sambo Niger State Governor, Babangida Aliyu, has denied reports that he endorsed Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, as presidential candidate. Israel Ebije, Aliyu’s spokesperson said that he was misquoted as it wasn’t his constitutional duties to anoint anybody as presidential candidate. “What I told him was to prepare for greater responsibilities. We have a... Read More

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September 6, 2014

By fire by force! Goodluck Jonathan must run for presidency again – SSCEC

by Laila Ibrahim The South-South Chiefs and Elders Council (SSCEC) International, have threatened to arrest President Goodluck Jonathan if he fails to declare his interest to run for a second term in 2015. The group made this known yesterday in Abuja, during the endorsement of the President for a second term in office. Executive Chairman... Read More

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September 5, 2014

What did David Mark say at the meeting with Adamawa PDP gubernatorial candidates?

by Laila Ibrahim The Senate President, David Mark, on Thursday night, met behind closed doors with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidates at the Banquet Hall of the State House, Abuja. Although details of the meeting which started at about 9 pm have not been confirmed, it is believed that the aimed is to persuade... Read More

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September 4, 2014

“How can we lose Osun? Say something else!” | We pick our top 10 quotes from Amaechi’s latest interview

by Emmanuel Chidiogo The Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, recently hosted a group of journalists at his residence, and answered questions on the state of the nation, his disagreement with President Goodluck Jonathan, and other issues. Below are top 10 quotes from the interview; 1) In Nigeria nobody runs for president. You just sit and you become... Read More

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September 1, 2014

2015: INEC wants YOU!

by Emma Chidiogo Ahead of the 2015 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on Nigerians to corporate with the commission in order to ensure a successful electoral process. The Commission’s Director Of Voter Registrar, Emmanuel Akem, while speaking at a forum titled “The Continuous Voter Registration And Permanent Voter Card Distribution”,... Read More

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There is nothing ‘unconstitutional’ about advice against 2nd Term- Nwabueze replies E.K. Clark

by Rachel Ogbu Elder statesman and Chairman of The Patriots, Professor Ben Nwabueze has said there was nothing unpatriotic or undemocratic in his advice to President Goodluck Jonathan not to contest the 2015 election and focus his attention on the principled task of leading Nigeria out of danger. He was reacting to comments from the leader... Read More

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Northern governors may form new party ahead of 2015

by Rachel Ogbu There are indications that governors from the north and other senior politicians in the region, may form a new political party, new reports suggests. On Friday, a source speaking to the Punch said the creation of a new political party was part of the three options considered by northern political leaders as... Read More

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2015 election: South-South people want Presidency or nothing – Ex-deputy speaker

by Rachel Ogbu “Our people want Presidency, not Vice-Presidency. We are going to appeal to Nigerians to support his (Jonathan) ambition. We shall move round the country. We shall go to the North. We shall go to South-West. I don’t see his ambition as a problem,” former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Prince... Read More

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6-year single term: Presidency disagrees, gives ONLY condition for support (READ, WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu The Presidency has said it could support the six-year single term for President and governors on one condition, the amendment must take effect from 2019. On Monday, the federal government addressed the recommendation made by the Senate Committee on Constitution amendment through the Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters, Ahmed Gulak, who was speaking... Read More

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On the march again: Late MKO Abiola’s wife to run for Lagos governorship

by Rachel Ogbu One of the wives of the late Chief MKO Abiola has declared her intention to contest the 2015 governorship election in Lagos State. Modupe Onitiri-Abiola on Friday made the announcement in Lagos claiming that her motive was mainly to assist in the eradication of poverty. “There should be no poverty in this state... Read More

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“I am the next governor of Ekiti State” – Former governor, Ayo Fayose

by Rachel Ogbu Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose is preparing for a comeback into power. “There is no agenda in 2014, I am the next governor of Ekiti State,” Fayose was quoted as saying in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Ibadan. According to reports, Fayose said he left office through the State... Read More

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“Agreement made in secret must be adhered to”: Babangida Aliyu sticks to claims President signed one term agreement

by Rachel Ogbu Niger State Governor, Babangida Aliyu recently held on to his claim that President Goodluck Jonathan’s plan to run for second term was against a signed agreement to do single-term. On a radio programme in Kaduna last month, Aliyu said President Jonathan had made the deal with some northern state governors before the 2011 presidential election... Read More

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Ebuka Obi- Uchendu: Goodluck, good promises and good lies

I need to state how much I hate myself right now for even discussing an election that is 3 full years away. Nothing can be more distracting and in Nigeria, it is something we love to do very well; distract any and everyone distractible. “I will not contest the 2015 elections… If I’m voted in... Read More

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