Political analysis, national security dispatches, and court proceedings from across Nigeria.
INECThe Independent National Electoral Commission has reinstated David Mark as ADC chairman after a Supreme Court ruling overturned earlier restrictions tied to the party’s leadership dispute. A check on the commission’s portal confirmed that Mark now appears again as the party’s national chairman, alongside other members of the National Working Committee. Among those reinstated is […]
CourtA legal battle over the fate of some political parties intensifies as a Federal High Court in Abuja fixes May 5 to hear a suit seeking their deregistration ahead of the 2027 elections. Presiding judge, Peter Lifu, approved an amendment to the suit, allowing the inclusion of more parties alleged to have violated electoral provisions. […]
INECThe Independent National Electoral Commission has adjusted the campaign timeline for the Osun State governorship election following a change in the election date. According to a statement issued by the commission, the election was shifted from August 8 to August 15, 2026, prompting a corresponding update to the campaign schedule. INEC stated that political campaigns […]
INECDavid Mark has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of attempting to undermine opposition parties, raising concerns about the state of Nigeria’s democracy. The allegation follows a decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to stop recognising all factions of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to an ongoing legal dispute over the party’s leadership. […]
INECAs Nigeria prepares for the next general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission has raised concerns over declining voter participation, calling on citizens to take their civic responsibility more seriously. INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, delivered the message in Abuja while launching updated voter education materials aimed at strengthening public awareness ahead of 2027. Through his […]
FCTINEC has formally concluded the February 21 Area Council elections by presenting certificates of return to AMAC Chairman Christopher Maikalangu, his deputy Mohammed Nadabo, and other winners across the FCT. The commission described the ceremony as the final step in confirming six chairmen, their deputies, and 62 councillors elected in the polls. Resident Electoral Commissioner […]