Independent National Electoral Commission

The publication of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's nomination documents for the 2027 presidential election by INEC has reignited public interest in the controversy over his educational credentials, which were part of 2023 election litigation.

Nigerian organizations have urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to invite the European Union and other observer missions for the 2027 General Elections. They expressed confidence that INEC's leadership will consolidate Nigeria's democratic gains and reinforce the country's reputation for conducting credible, peaceful, and transparent elections.

The Peoples Democratic Party's Kabiru Turaki-led committee submitted Goodluck Jonathan's presidential nomination and other candidates for the 2027 general elections to the Independent National Electoral Commission, despite INEC's refusal to recognize the committee. The submission was done manually.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja vacated a judgment directing INEC to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. The court criticized the previous ruling by Justice Peter Lifu as 'judicial rascality' and 'impertinence'.

The Federal High Court in Abuja fined the PDP's Board of Trustees led by Adolphus Wabara N140 million for a frivolous lawsuit against INEC and dismissed the case, also awarding N10 million against a lawyer. The judgment by Justice Salim Ibrahim cited the suit as an abuse.

The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have partnered to combat election fraud in Nigeria's 2027 general election, emphasizing the importance of electoral integrity for the country's development and global reputation.

INEC has extended the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) deadline and introduced self-service registration. The announcement was made in a statement issued in Abuja.

The Court of Appeal postponed a hearing on the appeal against the deregistration of ADC and other political parties. The appeal challenges a Federal High Court order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five parties.

Four new senators took the oath of office after winning by-elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) last Saturday in their constituencies.

A group has petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to investigate President Bola Tinubu's educational qualifications used to secure clearance for the 2023 presidential election. The petition seeks to reopen the investigation ahead of the 2027 presidential poll.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Biodun Oyebanji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, as the winner of Ekiti State's governorship election. Oyebanji, the incumbent governor, secured a second term following the election results.

Yiaga Africa confirmed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) results in the Ekiti Election using its verification methodology, but expressed concerns over vote buying. The organization's analysis indicated that the announced results aligned with ballot counts from polling units.

INEC declared APC's Oyebanji the winner of the Ekiti governorship election in Ado-Ekiti. The announcement was made by the Independent National Electoral Commission in the state capital.

Yiaga Africa reported inconsistencies in ballot papers and result sheets for the Ekiti governorship election, noting discrepancies in the number of political parties listed on election materials used by INEC.

The Ekiti off-cycle election is being conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in 177 wards across 16 local government areas of the South-west state. Technical glitches in the BVAS system have disrupted accreditation and voting processes in parts of Ekiti.

The Centre for Informed Forensic and Cybersecurity for Integrity of Nations (CIFCFIN) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a 'stress test' of its technology six months before the 2027 elections. This call was made by CIFCFIN's Founder and Chairman, Iliyasu Gashinbaki, during Democracy Day celebrations in Abuja.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chair stated the Ekiti governorship election will serve as a benchmark for ensuring the credibility of the 2027 election. INEC emphasized neutrality, aligning solely with the law and the will of the Nigerian people.

The Labour Party has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding its exclusion from the Enugu North District senatorial by-election. INEC scheduled the by-election for 20 June following the death of Senator Okey Ezea, who represented the district.