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Sep

13

2025

INEC to Conclude Voter Registration in August 2026

Education, Metro, News, PoliticsINEC, Nigeria, Politics

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially stated that the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will continue for a period of one year, with the process set to conclude on August 30, 2026. INEC This information was shared through a statement released on Monday, which was signed by Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee. The announcement comes after INEC began in-person registration at its offices throughout the country. The commission noted that the physical registration phase commenced on Monday, following the earlier launch of the online pre-registration portal on August 18,…

Sep

12

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

President of E.C.K Foundation Worldwide Emphasizes That Every Vote Counts in Shaping Nigeria’s Future

Abia State, CHAMA, News, PoliticsAbia State, Emeka Kalu, INEC, Politics

Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, President of the E.C.K Foundation Worldwide, has urged Nigerians—particularly those in Abia North—to come out in large numbers and register for the 2027 general elections. In a recent address, Dr. Kalu underscored the importance of voter registration as the first and most vital step toward achieving meaningful change in both local communities and the nation at large. ‎“Your vote is your voice. It is the most powerful tool you possess to shape the future of your community and the nation,” Dr. Kalu stated. “I encourage everyone, particularly my fellow constituents in Abia North, to take this…

Aug

28

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Tasks Constituents on Voter Registration

Abia State, Current Events, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, INEC, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has called on his constituents to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Rep Osonwa, in a statement, described voter registration as the gateway to good governance and urged eligible voters in Arochukwu and Ohafia to ensure they get registered and collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). “Democracy works best when the people take part in the process. The first step is to register and obtain your PVC. Without it, you cannot vote, and without voting, you…

Jul

11

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

INEC Announces Seven New Political Parties Seeking Registration for 2027 Elections

News, Politics2027, INEC, Nigeria, Politics

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that seven additional political associations have applied for registration as political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, bringing the total number of applications to 129. In a statement released on Thursday by Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, the commission disclosed that it is processing the new applications. To streamline the registration process, INEC is introducing a new Political Party Registration Portal, integrated into its Party Financial Reporting and Auditing System (PFRAS). “This portal will make the process faster and seamless, replacing the…

Mar

01

2024

By David Okoye

INEC Sets Procedures for Edo Gubernatorial Candidate Nomination

News, Politics2024, Edo State, INEC, Politics

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to open its online portal for political parties to upload the details of their nominated candidates for the Edo governorship election on March 4. According to Sam Olumekun, INEC's national commissioner, the portal will be open from March 4 to March 24 for parties to upload the personal particulars and names of their nominated candidates. Following the February 24 deadline for primaries, political parties will have 20 days to complete the uploading process, with access codes for the portal available from March 1. Olumekun emphasized that the 20-day window is sufficient…