Peter Obi Survives Alleged Assassination Attempt in Edo
Presidential hopeful Peter Obi and African Democratic Congress leaders reportedly came under armed attack in Benin City, Edo State, with shots fired at a gate and vehicles destroyed.
Category : Elections
FCT Council Polls Record 14% Turnout, Up from 9.4% in 2022
INEC reports voter turnout in the 2026 FCT area council elections reached 14%, an improvement from 9.4% in 2022, with 239,210 voters participating out of 1.68 million registered.
Nigeria Advances Diaspora Voting Bill for 2027 Elections
Nigeria's House of Representatives is pushing a constitutional amendment to allow over 10 million Nigerians abroad to vote in the 2027 elections, citing their $20 billion annual remittances and investments.
Census Gap Poses Risk to 2027 Election Credibility
As Nigeria nears the 2027 general elections, the country's reliance on outdated 2006 census data raises concerns about skewed representation and resource allocation, undermining democratic legitimacy.
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Obidient Movement Claims ADC Agent Killed in FCT Polls
The Obidient Movement has rejected AMAC election results, alleging violence, intimidation, and manipulation led to APC's victory. National Coordinator Dr. Tanko Yunusa demands immediate investigation into electoral conduct.
PDP Aspirant Ajadi Pledges to Sustain Makinde's Development Agenda
Oyo State PDP governorship aspirant Olufemi Ajadi meets local government chairmen, promising to build on Governor Seyi Makinde's achievements if elected in 2027, emphasizing continuity and grassroots support.
Catholic Bishops Urge Mandatory Real-Time Election Results
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria has called on the National Assembly to mandate real-time transmission of election results to restore voter trust and legitimacy.
PDP Sues APC Over FCT Election Results, Alleges Fraud
The Peoples Democratic Party has launched a legal challenge against the APC's victory in FCT area council elections, citing widespread irregularities and voter intimidation while INEC reports low turnout.
Peter Obi's Team Denies DSS, EFCC Surveillance Claims
Peter Obi's aide dismisses reports of security agency surveillance, asserting the former presidential candidate has no criminal record while warning of potential intimidation tactics ahead of the 2027 elections.
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INEC RECs Risk 2-Year Jail in New Electoral Act
Nigeria's National Assembly enacts Electoral Act 2026 with strict penalties including mandatory 2-year imprisonment for RECs withholding documents, financial autonomy for INEC, and higher campaign spending limits.
Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Attacking Democracy After FCT Vote
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar issues a nationwide warning about Nigeria's democracy, citing low voter turnout in FCT elections and accusing President Tinubu's administration of suppressing opposition voices.
EFCC Arrests 20 for Vote Buying in FCT Polls
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission arrested 20 suspects for electoral fraud during FCT council elections, recovering over N17 million linked to vote buying and obstruction of officers.
APC's Shekwolo Wins 2026 Kuje Council Election by 1,445 Votes
Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo of the APC has been declared winner of the 2026 Kuje area council chairmanship election in Abuja's FCT, securing victory with 17,269 votes and a margin of 1,445 votes over PDP's Zakwoyi Danlami.
INEC Declares 2026 FCT Area Council Election Results
The APC secured five chairmanship seats in the FCT area council elections, with PDP winning Gwagwalada. INEC detailed vote counts and winners across all six councils.
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Monarch Supports Iyabo Obasanjo's 2027 Governorship Ambition
The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom affirms Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo's constitutional right to contest Ogun State's 2027 governorship, praising her pedigree and advocating for women's inclusion in leadership.
APC's Maikalangu Wins 2026 AMAC Chairmanship Election in FCT
Christopher Maikalangu of the APC has been declared winner of the Abuja Municipal Area Council chairmanship election, defeating Peter Obi's ally Moses Paul in a closely watched contest.
APC Wins Kano Bye-Elections Under New Electoral Act
The All Progressives Congress has been declared winner of the Kano Municipal and Ungogo State Assembly bye-elections, marking the first electoral test under the recently signed Electoral Act 2026.
APC Wins Kwali Area Council Election, PDP Defeated
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared APC candidate Daniel Nuhu as the winner of the Kwali Area Council chairmanship election, with 17,032 votes against PDP's Haruna Pai.
APC's Joshua Ishaku Wins Bwari Area Council Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Joshua Ishaku of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Bwari Area Council chairmanship election in Abuja, following the announcement by the returning officer o
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INEC Reviews 2027 Election Timetable Over Ramadan Clash
INEC plans to revise the 2027 election timetable after criticism over dates coinciding with Ramadan, as political parties demand clarity on key electoral activities.
PDP's Kasim Wins Gwagwalada, Defeating APC in Area Council Poll
The Peoples Democratic Party candidate Mohammed Kasim has been declared winner of the Gwagwalada Area Council election in Abuja, defeating the ruling APC by over 4,000 votes according to INEC results.
APC Candidate Wins Rivers Bye-Election in Landslide
INEC declares APC's Ukalikpe Napoleon winner of Ahoada East State Constituency II bye-election in Rivers State, securing 3,980 votes in a peaceful poll.
Violence at APC Congress in Delta, Ibori-Suenu Escapes
Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu narrowly escaped injury as violence erupted at an APC congress in Ethiope West, Delta State, with reports of attacks by suspected thugs and political tensions linked to state figures.
APC Congress Violence: Rep Member Escapes in Delta
Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu escaped unharmed after violence erupted at an APC congress in Delta State, with thugs attacking party members and causing injuries.
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Obidients Raise Alarm Over IREV in FCT Election, Urge Monitoring
The Obidient movement has raised fresh concerns about a malfunction in INEC's IREV portal during FCT area council elections, claiming results are not displaying despite uploads. Dr Yunusa Tanko urges supporters to monitor collation closely.
APC Candidate Wins Polling Unit in FCT Council Election
Christopher Maikalangu, APC chairmanship candidate in Abuja, secured 229 votes at his polling unit, far ahead of rivals, as INEC declares results amid ongoing council elections.
APC Leads in Presidential Villa Polls in FCT Election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged as the dominant party in available polling units within the Presidential Villa during the FCT Area Council election, with results showing low voter turnout.
INEC Uploads FCT Council Election Results to IREV Portal
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started uploading results from the Abuja area council elections to its IREV portal, with initial results emerging on Saturday, February 21.
APC and ADC Tie Votes in FCT Council Election in Abuja
In the FCT Area Council elections, the APC and ADC split votes equally at a polling unit in Karu, with low voter turnout reported. Security agencies confirmed a peaceful process across Abuja.
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FCT Council Elections: Initial Polling Unit Results Emerge
Results from the Federal Capital Territory local government elections are being released as voting concluded. Voters elected chairpersons and councillors across six area councils.
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