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Amaechi claims politicians endanger INEC staff by seizing result sheets
ADC vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi warns that politicians are endangering electoral staff by stealing result sheets at the unit level and encourages voters to monitor the counting process closely.
Senator Dickson Vows to Contest Court Ruling on NDC Status
Senator Seriake Dickson asserts that the Nigeria Democratic Congress remains a validly registered political party and confirms plans to challenge a recent court ruling at the appellate level.
Enugu Anglican Diocese criticizes Federal Government over stalled Eastern Rail project
The Anglican Diocese of Enugu has condemned the stalled Eastern Rail project and called on INEC to ensure fair electoral processes while announcing a new zero-tolerance policy on gender-based violence.
APC Dominates Gombe Local Government Elections With Total Victory
The APC has won all 24 chairmanship and 240 councillorship seats in Gombe State's expanded local government elections.
Taraba PDP faction loyal to Wike asserts its status as the rightful leadership
The Wike-aligned PDP faction in Taraba state is asserting its legitimacy, issuing certificates to candidates while criticizing the current governor’s performance.
Are Nigerian State Governors Above the Law?
Tonnie Iredia examines the risks of establishing state police in Nigeria, highlighting concerns that governors might misuse these forces to undermine democratic processes and silence opposition.
The Persistence of Inequality: Why Ughelli South Remains Denied its Electoral Rights
Despite winning multiple court battles dating back to 2014, Ughelli South LGA in Delta State continues to be denied its second state assembly seat by INEC, sparking concerns over selective justice.
Obi Labels Court Order Bizarre as NDC Initiates Appeal Process
The Nigeria Democratic Congress is heading to the Court of Appeal after a Lokoja Federal High Court nullified its registration, a move the party leadership and Peter Obi have strongly condemned.
NDC disputes court ruling nullifying its registration
The Nigeria Democratic Congress is challenging a Lokoja Federal High Court ruling that reversed its registration as a political party, claiming the decision is legally flawed.
Osogbo Association Advises Ataoja to Maintain Political Impartiality
A local group, Oroki United Front, has called on the Ataoja of Osogbo to stay neutral in political affairs after reports of a political meeting held at his palace ahead of the Osun governorship election.