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Federal High Court Rejects NDC Challenge Against Electoral Act 2026
The Federal High Court in Abuja has thrown out an NDC lawsuit challenging sections of the 2026 Electoral Act, ruling that the legislation is constitutional and the suit was procedurally flawed.
Abia APC Senate hopeful disputes claims of candidature swap
Chief Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr has officially contested rumors of his removal as the APC senatorial candidate for Abia South, citing legal protections under the Electoral Act.
Lagos INEC to Publish 2027 Election Candidate Credentials
INEC Lagos has scheduled the public display of 2027 election candidates' credentials for August 1, 2026, inviting public scrutiny of nomination documents.
INEC pledges credible 2027 polls while cautioning politicians on electoral compliance
INEC officials in Kwara State have reaffirmed their commitment to fair 2027 elections while urging political candidates to avoid violence and follow legal campaign procedures.
INEC Official Advocates for Earlier Party Primaries to Minimize Election Lawsuits
INEC official Prof. Joash Amupitan proposes moving political party primaries to at least one year before general elections to reduce litigation and improve democratic integrity.
Appellate Court Declares Specific Electoral Act Sections Unconstitutional
The Abuja Court of Appeal has ruled several sections of the 2026 Electoral Act unconstitutional, asserting that political parties retain the right to manage their own candidate nominations and membership registers.
Justice John Tsoho Unveils Revised Pre-Election Practice Guidelines
Chief Judge John Tsoho has introduced amendments to the 2026 Federal High Court Practice Directions to expedite the handling of pre-election litigation.
SERAP Takes INEC to Court Over Alleged N800 Billion Diversion by APC Governors
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sued INEC, demanding an investigation into allegations that APC governors diverted N800 billion in public funds for President Tinubu's campaign.
Minna Federal High Court Postpones Decision on Plaintiff Name Amendment in Magama/Rijau APC Primary Dispute
A Federal High Court in Minna has delayed its ruling regarding an application to amend a plaintiff's name in a lawsuit challenging the APC primary for the Magama/Rijau Federal Constituency.
CPPI urges National Assembly to reform political nomination fee regulations
A coalition of advocates has petitioned the National Assembly to regulate political nomination fees, seeking to enhance transparency and encourage wider electoral participation.