…features the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) calling for far-reaching constitutional and electoral reforms, including a 50 per cent threshold for presidential elections and the resolution of electoral disputes before the swearing-in of declared winners. Vanguard also reports that amid the worsening cost of housing and…

…to power, vowed that future polls in the country would be free, fair, and credible. The Electoral Reform Committee, inaugurated on August 28, 2007, was headed by no less a personality than a former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mohammed Uwais. Members of the committee included prominent figures such as Prof.…

…event. He argued that the conference provided an opportunity for robust discussion of electoral reforms and other issues affecting Nigeria’s democratic development. Rather than what he described as “tantrums” at the conference, Lloyd urged the NBA to facilitate substantive engagement on electoral law and other matters…

…commission’s account on 28 July, 2026, the INEC Chairman called for constitutional and electoral reforms that would guarantee genuine financial autonomy for the electoral body. He pointed out that the current first-line charge arrangement had not fully insulated the commission from the limitations of the annual appropr…

…be trusted with one. That is a much higher standard. For years, Nigeria has discussed electoral reform as though the problem were principally mechanical. How do we identify voters? How do we prevent multiple accreditation? How quickly can results be transmitted? How do we improve logistics? How can technology reduce hu…

…While rejecting calls to stop the election outright, Gara-Gombe agreed that broader electoral reform was necessary, though he maintained that such changes could only be delivered through the National Assembly rather than court action. “We need electoral reforms, not only in Nigerian football. Electoral reform is requir…

…expert welcomed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) assurances on electoral reforms but cautioned against excessive optimism, citing the experience of the 2023 general elections. According to him, credible elections will depend not only on technology but also on effective institutions and strict enfo…

…system and called for constitutional provisions to accommodate independent candidacy. On electoral reforms, the group urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to continue to discharge its constitutional responsibilities independently and called for measures that would strengthen public confidence in t…

…and take ownership of their democracy. The future of Nigeria belongs to all Nigerians.” Electoral reform also featured in our discussion. Obi maintained that restoring confidence in elections requires strict adherence to electoral laws, technology, and genuine institutional independence. He expressed regret over the un…

…Expert Mission for Nigeria’s forthcoming elections to provide technical support for electoral reforms and the implementation of previous recommendations. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Nigeria-European Union Strategic Partnership through sustained political engagement, expanded economic coopera…

…assignment in the country. The meeting comes amid growing national conversations on electoral reforms, economic challenges and efforts by political stakeholders to strengthen democratic institutions ahead of future elections. It also coincides with the conclusion of Montgomery’s diplomatic assignment in Nigeria next mo…

…members’ phone numbers for voter verification, full compliance with the agreed electoral reforms, and a level playing field for all candidates. Olagunju, a former General Secretary of the NBA, alleged that the NBA leadership abandoned an agreement reached at a meeting involving the association’s presidential candidates…

…Viewing Portal. Identity verification has also remained a key component of ongoing electoral reforms aimed at strengthening public confidence in the electoral process. In his remarks, Amupitan reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with NIMC, describing it as a major step towards building…

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to remove the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) from its register of political parties following a Federal High Court ruling that set aside the judgment which had compelled the commission to register the party. INEC, which had initially…

…glitches and isolated cases of electoral malpractice underscore the need for sustained electoral reforms. The NBA said it would release a comprehensive final report after the conclusion of the electoral process, containing detailed findings, analysis and recommendations.

…do what you want when they return to their constituencies, do not win." He called for electoral reform as the foundation. "Until we have a process that ensures the right people are elected, the foundation remains weak", he said. "If there is one single thing we take away from here, it is that we must go back and ensure…

…he noted You cannot appoint the referee while you are a player. That is where genuine electoral reform should begin", he stressed. Pushing an agenda If Dantalle questioned the politics behind the litigation, ZLP presidential candidate and lawyer, Chief Dan Nwanyanwu, reserved his strongest criticism for Justice Lifu. "…