Latest news inec

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

Recent Updates:

  1. 2023 General Elections: INEC Releases Timetable: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable for the 2023 general elections, which will hold on February 25, 2023, for presidential and National Assembly elections, and March 11, 2023, for governorship and state Houses of Assembly elections.
  2. INEC Registers 2.2 Million New Voters: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered 2.2 million new voters in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, which began in June 2021.
  3. INEC to Conduct Bye-Elections in 11 States: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will conduct bye-elections in 11 states to fill vacant seats in the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly.
  4. INEC to Introduce Electronic Voting System: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to introduce an electronic voting system to improve the efficiency and transparency of elections in Nigeria.
  5. INEC to Conduct Voter Registration in IDP Camps: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will conduct voter registration in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps across the country.

Upcoming Events:

  1. 2023 General Elections: The 2023 general elections are scheduled to hold on February 25, 2023, for presidential and National Assembly elections, and March 11, 2023, for governorship and state Houses of Assembly elections.
  2. Bye-Elections: INEC will conduct bye-elections in 11 states to fill vacant seats in the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly.

Recent Controversies:

  1. Voter Registration Controversy: There have been controversies surrounding the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, with some Nigerians complaining of difficulties in registering and others accusing INEC of manipulating the process.
  2. INEC's Handling of Election Materials: There have been concerns about INEC's handling of election materials, with some Nigerians accusing the commission of mishandling sensitive materials.

Recent Statements:

  1. INEC Chairman's Statement on 2023 Elections: The Chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has assured Nigerians that the commission is committed to conducting free, fair, and credible elections in 2023.
  2. INEC's Response to Voter Registration Controversy: INEC has responded to the controversy surrounding the CVR exercise, assuring Nigerians that the process is transparent and free from manipulation.

Please note that these updates are subject to change and may not be exhaustive. For the latest information, I recommend checking the official website of INEC or reputable news sources.