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INEC To Mobilise Over 1.4 Million NYSC Members For 2027 General Elections.

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to deploy more than 1.4 million National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members as ad hoc staff for the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This was disclosed on Monday by INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, during a strategic visit to the headquarters of the NYSC in Abuja, where he led National Commissioners, directors, and senior officials for discussions on election preparations.

The delegation was received by NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and other top officials at the Yakubu Gowon House.

Amupitan described the visit as a gesture of appreciation to the NYSC, noting that corps members have remained a vital part of Nigeria’s electoral process since 1999, serving in key roles such as presiding officers and registration area officers.

He revealed that INEC deployed about 1.2 million ad hoc staff during the 2023 elections, with more than 70 per cent drawn from corps members and student volunteers.

For the 2027 polls, he said the commission plans to mobilise 707,384 corps members for the Presidential and National Assembly elections scheduled for January 16, 2027, and another 707,384 for the Governorship and State Assembly elections fixed for February 6, 2027.

He added that additional personnel would be required for off-cycle governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states, as well as bye-elections across several states including Nasarawa, Enugu, Rivers, Ondo, Kebbi, and Kano.

The INEC chairman commended corps members for their discipline, neutrality, and technical competence, especially in the use of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), noting that they formed the bulk of election officials in many polling units nationwide.

He also acknowledged the risks involved in election duty and assured that efforts would be made to improve welfare, insurance, and security arrangements for corps members.

In response, NYSC Director-General Brigadier General Nafiu praised the long-standing collaboration between both institutions, describing corps members as dependable and patriotic contributors to Nigeria’s democracy.

He reaffirmed the NYSC’s readiness to support INEC in conducting credible elections and appealed for improved welfare packages to motivate corps members assigned to election duties.

Nafiu added that the increasing number of digitally skilled corps members would further strengthen electoral operations in future elections.

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“THIS COUNTRY GO CHANGE!”: B-Red Drops Massive Prophecy On What Will Happen If Governor Adeleke Becomes President!.

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  • Potential Presidential Impact: Nigerian singer B-Red stated during an Echoroom podcast interview that Nigeria could experience massive positive transformations if his father, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, ever ascends to the presidency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Mixed Feelings on the Race: While acknowledging his father’s compassionate nature and commitment to serving citizens rather than seeking wealth, B-Red admitted he would prefer his father avoid the grueling pressure of the highest office.

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    • Event Context: The revelation was made at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) during the seventh national discourse hosted by ‘The Companion’, an association of Muslim men in business and the professions.

    • Mobilizing Support: Recounting his time as NLC President, Oshiomhole noted that he rallied locals in Abeokuta—including key figures like Senator Afolabi Salisu—alongside UNILAG students and workers to oppose the policy.

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POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE: Inuwa Yahaya Isn’t Powerful Enough To Retire Me! — Senator Goje Fires Back At Critics.

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  • Voluntary Step-Aside: Former Gombe State Governor and Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje dismissed claims that Governor Inuwa Yahaya forced him out of politics, clarifying that he voluntarily chose to step aside from the 2027 elections following the APC senatorial primary outcome.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Faith and Acceptance: In a BBC Hausa interview, Goje accepted the loss as the will of Allah, noting that he holds no grudges, feels no betrayal, and remains committed to supporting the APC.

    • Paving the Way for Youth: Goje explained that he feels it is time to let younger politicians take over, adding that he had previously planned to retire in 2019 before constituents persuaded him to run again.

    • Open Options: While affirming that he could easily return to the Senate via another party if he chose to, the veteran politician emphasized his deep gratitude for his long career and expressed peace with his current decision.

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