Inec current news

Here are some current news updates from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria:

Recent Developments:

  1. 2023 General Elections: INEC has announced that the 2023 general elections will hold on February 25, 2023, for presidential and national assembly elections, and March 11, 2023, for governorship and state assembly elections.
  2. Voter Registration: INEC has extended the deadline for voter registration to January 31, 2023, to enable more Nigerians to register and exercise their franchise in the upcoming elections.
  3. Voter Education: INEC has launched a voter education campaign to educate Nigerians on the importance of voting and the electoral process.
  4. Election Security: INEC has assured Nigerians that adequate security measures will be put in place to ensure the safety of voters, election officials, and materials during the elections.
  5. Party Registration: INEC has approved the registration of new political parties, bringing the total number of registered parties to 91.

Upcoming Events:

  1. Presidential Debate: INEC has announced that a presidential debate will hold on January 19, 2023, to give candidates a platform to present their manifestos and policies.
  2. Election Observation: INEC has invited local and international election observers to monitor the 2023 general elections.
  3. Voter Education Roadshows: INEC will embark on voter education roadshows across the country to educate Nigerians on the electoral process.

Recent Controversies:

  1. Voter Registration Controversy: There have been reports of irregularities and violence during the voter registration exercise, with some Nigerians complaining of being turned away from registration centers.
  2. Party Primaries: There have been controversies surrounding the conduct of party primaries, with some parties accusing others of rigging the process.
  3. Election Funding: There have been concerns about the funding of political campaigns, with some parties accused of receiving foreign funding.

Recent Statements:

  1. INEC Chairman: INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, has assured Nigerians that the commission is committed to conducting free, fair, and credible elections.
  2. Political Parties: Political parties have been urged to conduct peaceful and transparent primaries to avoid violence and conflict.

Please note that these are just some of the current news updates from INEC, and the situation may change rapidly.