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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has pledged to improve the credibility, transparency, and inclusivity of the 2027 general elections by addressing operational and logistical gaps identified in past polls. Speaking during a meeting with journalists and civil society groups in Minna, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Niger State, Dr. Oliver Tersoo Agundu, emphasized the commission’s dedication to restoring public trust through better planning and stakeholder collaboration.

• Security and Inclusion: INEC is partnering with security agencies to ensure a safe voting environment, and the commission is developing strategies to guarantee that internally displaced persons can cast their ballots.

• Accessibility: Dr. Agundu reaffirmed that no eligible voter will be disenfranchised, highlighting the commission’s commitment to making the process accessible for persons with disabilities through tools like the Braille ballot guide.

• Voter Participation: The REC urged citizens to participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration and collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).

• Statistics: While over 2.63 million PVCs have been collected in Niger State since 2023, more than 69,000 cards remain unclaimed, and residents are encouraged to pick them up to ensure their eligibility to vote in 2027.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Dr. Agundu called upon the media and civil society to bolster voter education efforts, noting that strong collaboration is essential for delivering a peaceful and credible electoral process.

The Kogi State High Court has officially refuted claims that it issued an order to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). In a statement released on Thursday by the court’s Chief Information Officer, Saqeeb Saeed, the reports were dismissed as false and misleading.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• No Legal Involvement: The court clarified that it has not handled any cases concerning the registration or deregistration of the NDC or any other political party.

• Protection of Judicial Integrity: While the court generally does not respond to social media misinformation, it felt compelled to act because the viral posts improperly included a photograph of the Chief Judge, Justice Josiah Joe Majebi, alongside former Governor Yahaya Bello.

• Correction of False Impressions: The court stated that the inclusion of these images appeared to be a deliberate attempt to falsely link the state’s judiciary to the alleged political decision.

• Warning to the Public: The court cautioned content creators and social media users against spreading unverified information that could undermine public trust in the judicial system.

• Commitment to Justice: The statement urged the public to disregard the viral reports and reaffirmed the institution’s dedication to the impartial administration of justice.

President Bola Tinubu has formally confirmed Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election by presenting him with an official certificate. The event occurred at the President’s office in the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, and was highlighted in a video shared on X (formerly Twitter) by presidential media aide, Dada Olusegun.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This development follows the All Progressives Congress (APC) national leadership’s formal announcement last Friday, which named both President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima as the party’s presidential and vice-presidential candidates for 2027. The announcement was made during a stakeholder meeting in Abuja attended by several key figures, including:

• The National Working Committee (NWC): Led by National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who officially confirmed the party’s decision to field the pair.

• The Progressive Governors Forum (PGF): Led by its Chairman and Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma.

• Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters: Ibrahim Kabir Masari, who made the formal announcement of their candidacy.