Prof. Mahmood Yakubu
22 Aug
Appeal by the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, urging political parties to keep the peace and eschew violence in the campaign for the November 11 off-season gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Kogi, and Imo states is timely. But it should be backed by a tougher stance, considering that political parties…
11 Aug
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), yesterday, took delivery of technology tools to enhance results management process, accuracy, and the commission's operational effectiveness.
27 Jul
Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has explained why ballot riggers and other electoral offenders escape the long arms of the law.
12 Jul
Inadequate number of personnel deployed by Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), which limits the number of polling units covered has been blamed for the controversy their 2023 general elections reports generated among Nigerians and international community.
10 Jul
The last is yet to be heard of the controversy that trailed the conduct of the 2023 general elections as an interdenominational and international platform of Christians who pray for Nigeria, the National Prayer Altar, called for the probe of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Mahmood Yakubu.
28 Jun
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) under the aegis of the Coalition of National Civil Society Organizations (CNCSOs), have suspended their planned protest against the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, calling for his resignation.
11 Apr
A Chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Prince John Mayaki, has urged Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, to press charges against famous author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, for alleging that he was compromised by winner of the February 25 presidential election.
8 Apr
Recently, The Guardian published a story in December 5, 2022, under the headline: Overcoming challenges and plots ahead of 2023 elections. In the story, allegation of a conspiracy to scuttle the anticipated free, fair and credible polls in the country was raised.
27 Mar
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently seek the appointment of an independent counsel to investigate allegations of electoral violence and other electoral offences against state governors and their deputies during the last general elections.
26 Mar
Police Command, Bauchi State, has dismissed rumours emanating from video reports that the Bauchi residence of Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), was attacked by hoodlums.
21 Mar
Former Vice Chairman, South South, of All Progressives Congress (APC), Prince Hilliard Eta, yesterday, berated former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, over his claim that the President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu...
15 Mar
Ahead of Saturday’s governorship and state Assembly elections, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Babagana Monguno, have warned politicians and their supporters against causing mayhem that might disrupt the smooth conduct of the polls.
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has trained security personnel and other key stakeholders on how to identify and mitigate acts capable of causing violence during the November 11th governorship election in Imo State. The Commission also charged the stakeholders to resist attempts that may sabotage efforts to meet the expectations of the electorate and…
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Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina, commonly known as Ola Aina, emerged on Tuesday as Nottingham Forest's Player of the Month for September 2023.
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A Coalition of All Progressives Congress (APC) Support Groups has hailed the national chairman of the party, Abdullahi Ganduje, for his reconciliation move in the ongoing impeachment crisis in Ondo State.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has written to the Senate, seeking confirmation of three additional ministerial nominees.
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At least one person was reported killed and others injured in a scuffle that involved an official of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and a driver in the Ago Palace area of Lagos.
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A Malian army convoy was moving closer towards the northern rebel stronghold of Kidal on Tuesday, following a resumption of hostilities in the region, military and official sources said.
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In a dazzling display of elegance and creativity, Vicnate, introduced its N°6 collection, themed 'SISI GIRL,' at the prestigious Alára Lagos luxury concept store on Saturday 30tH September, 2023. The evening was a celebration of feminine sophistication, showcasing bold silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and impeccable craftsmanship. Victor Anate, the Founder and Creative Director, presented a vision…
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The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, has sought the support of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation (FMINO) so as to reduce the level of suffering among Nigerians.
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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has called for an immediate investigation into the allegation of poor feeding of troops at the frontline in the North East Theatre of Operations.