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INEC Announces Bold Step to Restore Voter Confidence — Supplementary Guidelines Coming
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to issue a supplementary document to its 2022 Regulations and Guidelines, aimed at clarifying procedures surrounding the review of election results, particularly under Section 65 of the Electoral Act.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made this known on Tuesday, July 1, during the second quarterly consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
Yakubu revealed that INEC is gearing up for five critical elections over the next 13 months and emphasized the need for clarity on result reviews and declarations.
“The Commission is finalizing a supplement to the 2022 Regulations and Guidelines to ensure transparency in the process of reviewing declarations and returns during elections,” he stated.
The upcoming elections include:
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By-elections across 12 states on August 16, 2025
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Anambra governorship election on November 8, 2025
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FCT Area Council elections on February 21, 2026
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Ekiti governorship election on June 20, 2026
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Osun governorship election on August 8, 2026
The INEC boss noted that Section 65 of the Electoral Act—which allows the Commission to review results where infractions are established—has sparked considerable public debate, necessitating the forthcoming clarification.
“The supplementary guidelines will likely be released as early as this week and made available on our website and other public platforms,” he added.
RECs Urged to Stay Active Beyond General Elections
Prof. Yakubu reminded RECs that their duties are not seasonal and must be sustained year-round.
“You are full-time officials of the Commission; your responsibilities extend beyond general elections,” he emphasized. “Some of you are doing commendable work, but there is still room for improvement.”
He urged RECs to continuously train their staff on policy updates and innovations without waiting for directives from INEC headquarters.
“There are already approved policies and procedures you must enforce proactively,” Yakubu said.
He also announced that Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will resume nationwide on August 18 for online pre-registration and on August 25 for physical registration. However, Anambra State—scheduled to hold its governorship election in November—will begin its CVR next week across all 326 wards.
Tuesday’s meeting was also the first for four newly sworn-in RECs. INEC also formally welcomed two new National Commissioners, Professors Sunday Aja and Abdulrazak Yusuf.
Yakubu concluded by charging all RECs with a renewed sense of purpose and dedication:
“This is a collective responsibility. We must each play our role effectively to uphold the integrity of our elections,” he said.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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