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Festus Okoye, a former National Commissioner of INEC, revealed that cyberattacks targeted the commission's platforms during the 2023 presidential elections, hampering the uploading of results. The incident raised significant concerns about the reliability of the electoral process and the effectiveness of the technology employed.
Governor Uba Sani highlights the endorsement of President Tinubu by Northern Women Ulama, citing significant advancements in education, infrastructure, healthcare, and agriculture as key factors. This endorsement is seen as a testament to the government's commitment to improving the lives of women and families in the region.
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has raised significant allegations concerning violations of the Electoral Act in response to petitions filed by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the African Action Alliance (AA). The tribunal proceedings are set to resume on Monday in Ado Ekiti, the state's capital.
The Nigerian Medical Association calls for a national dialogue on the health of presidential candidates as Nigeria gears up for the 2027 elections. Advocating for an independent panel to evaluate candidates' fitness could enhance national security and governance.
In the wake of Nigeria's 2023 presidential election, political analysts caution against the misleading perception of strength among opposition factions in Adamawa. With Bola Tinubu securing a significant portion of the vote, the arithmetic of political divide prompts a reevaluation of strategies moving forward.
The recent obstruction of Peter Obi's convoy in Benue State has sparked serious concerns among Igbo leaders and supporters, who are urging that no harm should come to the presidential candidate. The incident, marked by accusations of political intimidation, raises alarms about the potential for escalating tensions as Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed the final list of presidential candidates for the upcoming 2027 elections, featuring prominent figures such as Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi. The list reveals a significant gender imbalance, with only two female candidates among the eighteen contenders.
A prominent figure within the Labour Party has filed a lawsuit against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, claiming it has unjustly refused to release the academic records of former presidential candidate Peter Obi. The suit names the university's vice-chancellor and the institution itself as defendants in this high-profile case.
Veteran journalist Ima Niboro has been appointed as a spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu's campaign council for the 2027 general elections, enhancing the team's communications capabilities. Niboro, who has a rich history in presidential communications, previously served as spokesperson for former President Goodluck Jonathan.
Internal divisions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) are emerging as factions raise concerns about the impact of Nyesom Wike's Rainbow Coalition on President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. The coalition, which claims to support Tinubu, is accused of potentially confusing voters and diminishing the party's electoral prospects.
As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, doubts about the integrity of the electoral process persist among citizens, fueled by past experiences of violence and disenfranchisement. Opposition leaders have unveiled a 'Reset Nigeria' agenda, promising to ensure that every vote counts, but many remain skeptical about the ability to reform the system in the face of intimidation from ruling party officials.
Chille Igbawua, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress, has firmly rebutted calls for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the upcoming 2027 presidential race, emphasizing that age and health should not hinder his ambitions. Igbawua's remarks come in response to suggestions that a younger candidate should take the lead in the opposition, labeling such views as disrespectful and divisive.
In light of the 2023 presidential election, the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) is formulating strategies to safeguard votes in the upcoming 2027 elections, according to activist Aisha Yesufu. She emphasized that opposition supporters must go beyond relying on electoral institutions to ensure their votes are protected.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has denied allegations of lacking governorship candidates in 12 states, asserting it is prepared for the upcoming 2027 general elections. Senator Victor Umeh emphasized the party's strategic deployment of agents at polling units nationwide to safeguard its votes.
