…Commissioner and other INEC officials to resist any pressure that could compromise the electoral process. They also called on security agencies, observers, and the media to closely monitor the collation process. Governor Adeleke condemned the reported arrest of the Osun State PDP Chairman, Honourable Sunday Bisi, who w…

…of women and persons with disabilities (PWDs), security, and other aspects of the electoral process. According to the Hub: "Out of the 823 polling units where our observers were deployed, polling officials with a complete complement of both sensitive and non-sensitive materials were present in 726 polling units." The o…

…polling officials for what it described as professionalism and commitment to the electoral process, noting that party agents were present in most polling units. On the counting and result management process, which commenced towards the evening, the Situation Room described the stage as critical to the credibility of th…

…of the results. The sorting and counting of votes mark the next stage of the electoral process after accreditation and voting, with polling officials expected to record the results before transmitting them in line with INEC’s procedures. The Osun governorship election is being contested by candidates of various politic…

…that police operatives deliberately targeted voters at a polling unit to disrupt the electoral process. The statement clarified that the incident took place at the Registration Area Centre rather than a voting centre, describing it as an act of personal negligence. “The Command wishes to clarify that the incident did n…

…he said. However, the ADC candidate raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. He said reports reaching him from different parts of the state indicated that the exercise was not being conducted as expected. Salaam also denied allegations that his party was involved in vote-buying. “Our party…

…the state. “I also commend voters for turning out in large numbers to participate in the electoral process. The turnout is an indication of the people’s commitment to democracy,” he said.

…during the election, warning that the practice could undermine the integrity of the electoral process and pose a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. HURIWA alleged that supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Accord Party had offered prospective voters between N10,000 and N20,000 in exchange for their votes. I…

…Electoral Commission (INEC) to improve accessibility at polling units and make the electoral process more convenient and inclusive for persons with disabilities across the country. Mrs Justina Obozokhai, a wheelchair user, made the call after casting her ballot at Ilare III, Ward III, Unit 011, in Ife Central Local Gov…

…undemocratic," the council called on the Nigerian Army to remain neutral throughout the electoral process."The Imole Campaign Council has called on the Nigerian Army not to allow its noble self to become pawns in the hands of desperate power-seeking politicians," Olajengbesi said in the statement.The council also addre…

…and supporters to conduct themselves peacefully or face consequences for disrupting the electoral processPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has restated its position that the Amotekun Corps and all other non-state sec…

…governorship candidate, describing the development as an alleged manipulation of the electoral process. The former deputy governor maintained that he remains the candidate produced by the ADC governorship primary held in Zamfara State, where he secured 35,665 votes to defeat other aspirants. According to the campaign o…

…security for INEC ad hoc staff and National Youth Service Corps members throughout the electoral process. Eight killed in one week, soldiers deployed Saturday PUNCH gathered that no fewer than eight persons were killed between Monday night and the early hours of Friday in Ilesa and Esa-Oke. At about 8pm on Monday, thre…

…involved in the election to contribute to a peaceful, transparent, free and fair electoral process. Tinubu said he had directed the Inspector-General of Police and heads of other security agencies deployed for the election to ensure the safety of voters, electoral officials and election materials. “I have directed the…

…peace and ensure voters can exercise their rights freely while journalists report the electoral process safely. Vanguard News The post Osun Election: NUJ calls for safety of journalists covering polls appeared first on Vanguard News.

…voters into staying away or being disenfranchised or to cause a lack of integrity in the electoral process.” He appealed to the security personnel deployed for the poll to remain neutral and carry out their statutory duties as expected, saying, “Many policemen, civil defence, correctional officers, NDLEA and other para…

…of the election. The minister also called on supporters to participate actively in the electoral process and remain vigilant against what he described as “vote manipulation and other electoral malpractices.” Oyetola further acknowledged the support and endorsements given to Oyebamiji by former Osun State Governor, Prin…

…Fadahunsi remains committed to democratic values, issue-based campaigns and a credible electoral process. He believes that the will of the people, freely expressed through the ballot, must always prevail. “We, therefore, appeal to members of the public not to misinterpret or deliberately distort the Senator’s comments,…

…of a free, fair and credible election, stating that he would not remain silent if the electoral process was compromised. "I will involve Trump if anything goes wrong in the Osun election," Davido said. The afrobeats superstar further stated that he would draw international attention to any alleged irregularities. His w…

…and other security agencies to protect citizens’ rights and ensure the integrity of the electoral process. “We urge security agencies to identify, dismantle, and prosecute all criminal networks involved in political violence, regardless of the political interests they serve,” it said. The Imole Campaign Council maintai…

…on Nigerians and security agencies to uphold democratic values and ensure a peaceful electoral process. He expressed concern over alleged acts of violence and voter intimidation ahead of the election and urged security agencies to act professionally. “We must defend democracy. If we truly want to practise democracy, th…

…supremacy and due process. CSOs, lawyers Given that judicial interference with the electoral process is becoming a norm, there are worries about its negative impact on the rule of law. Some senior lawyers and Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, told Sunday Vanguard that the trend must be stopped, while judges found enab…

…voters, particularly the youth, to reject vote buying and defend the integrity of the electoral process, insisting that the collective will of the people would prevail if citizens participated actively in the election. “I am not seeking office for its privileges,” Atiku said. “I seek it because I still believe in the N…

…was appointed by the President, urging reforms to strengthen public confidence in the electoral process. He urged Tinubu to protect Nigeria’s democratic institutions, insisting the bishops were united in their belief that Nigerians deserved better and that government should focus more on addressing the country’s challe…

…the actions of the electoral umpire on election day. He also called for a demilitarized electoral process akin to other West African democracies. “The mere fact that President Tinubu will be the one giving testimony about the neutrality of INEC highlights some problems,” he noted. “INEC should be the one to prove to Ni…