9ja election news

You're looking for news about the upcoming elections in Nigeria! Here are some recent updates:

Upcoming Elections:

• The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the 2023 general elections will hold on February 25, 2023, for the presidential and National Assembly elections, and March 11, 2023, for the governorship and state Houses of Assembly elections.
• The electoral commission has also released the timetable for the elections, which includes the conduct of party primaries, submission of nomination forms, and the deployment of electoral officials.

Party Primaries:

• The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its presidential primaries, with Bola Tinubu emerging as the party's flagbearer.
• The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has also concluded its presidential primaries, with Atiku Abubakar emerging as the party's flagbearer.
• Other parties, such as the Labour Party and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), are still conducting their primaries.

Campaigns:

• The campaigns for the elections have already begun, with various parties and candidates engaging in intense politicking.
• The APC and PDP have been trading accusations and insults, while other parties are trying to gain traction.

Security Concerns:

• There are concerns about the security situation in the country, with many Nigerians worried about the potential for violence and rigging during the elections.
• The INEC has assured Nigerians that it is working to ensure a peaceful and credible election, but many are skeptical.

Other Updates:

• The Nigerian government has announced plans to deploy 10,000 security personnel to ensure the security of the elections.
• The European Union has expressed concerns about the elections, calling for a peaceful and credible process.
• The United States has also expressed concerns, urging Nigeria to ensure a free and fair election.

These are just some of the latest updates on the 2023 Nigerian elections. I'll be happy to provide more information if you need it!