2027 Elections
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2027 Elections: ADC Unveils Sokoto Venue for Atiku’s Presidential Campaign Flag-Off
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the venue for the flag-off of its presidential campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections, following concerns over alleged attempts to disrupt the event.
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INEC Chairman Defends Use of AI in Election Management
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has defended the use of artificial intelligence in election management, saying the technology can improve electoral administration despite the risks of misuse by malicious actors.
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Atiku Promises to Scrap Nigeria’s Electricity Tariff Bands if Elected President in 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has vowed to abolish Nigeria’s five-band electricity tariff system if elected president in 2027, accusing President Bola Tinubu of failing to deliver on his promise of stable power supply.
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INEC Begins Cleanup of 268 Voter Records Over AI-Generated Claims
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has begun removing questionable records from its preliminary Register of Voters after identifying 268 entries flagged for suspected artificial intelligence-generated photographs and other irregularities.
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INEC Warns Against Attacks on NYSC Members, Election Officials Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned that anyone who attacks or threatens National Youth Service Corps members and other officials deployed for the 2027 general elections will face the full weight of the law.
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Hamzat Presents Lagos Governorship Manifesto, Pledges People-Centred Agenda
Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has presented his manifesto, outlining his vision and priorities as he seeks to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the 2027 governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress.
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2027 Elections: Obi Calls for ‘Revolution’ in Nigeria
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has called for a revolution to change Nigeria’s direction, accusing President Bola Tinubu of failing to address the country’s major problems.
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INEC Puts 2027 Preliminary Voters’ Register Online After Public Complaints
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has made the preliminary register of voters for the 2027 general elections available online following concerns from Nigerians and other stakeholders about access to the list.
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Tinubu Launches Re-Election Bid, Blames Opponents for Hunger and Poverty
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday formally began his campaign for a second term, asking Nigerians for a renewed mandate and promising sustained economic recovery, prosperity and development.
