Malian parties reject junta’s suspension of political activities
Malian political parties and civil society groups jointly rejected on Thursday the ruling junta’s order to suspend political activities and vowed to mount a […]
Political parties
Political parties lack identity, ideology in Nigeria – Ganduje
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Gandujen, has said political parties in Nigeria lacked identity and ideology, leading to […]
Political party owns government, says Fashola
A former Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) on Friday highlighted the crucial role of the political party in ensuring good governance, […]
Edo 2024: INEC wants campaign billboards, jingles pulled down
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo on Friday warned political parties and their aspirants to pull down campaign billboards, posters and jingles […]
Akpabio, Kukah, advocate repositioning of political parties for public accountability, inclusivity
Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Bishop Mathew Kukah have stressed the need to reposition political parties to build a democratic culture that fosters inclusivity, […]
NNPP denies merging with other political parties
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) said on Thursday in Lagos that it is not engaging in merger […]
Taraba LG Poll: 13 political parties shun race, 6 ready for contests
By DOMINIC AKPENSUEN, Jalingo – Only 6 out of the 19 registered political parties are set to participate in the forth coming Taraba […]
INEC has no candidate in Saturday’s Bayelsa, Kogi, Imo poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has no candidate in Saturday’s Bayelsa, Kogi and Imo governorship election, because it is not a […]
INEC urges political parties to inspect election materials in LGAs
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Rivers on Tuesday advised political parties and applicants disputing the outcome of the 2023 general elections to visit […]
Polls: We’ve no preferred political party or candidate – INEC
Retired Maj-Gen. Modibo Alkali, the National Commissioner, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Tuesday says the commission has no political party or preferred candidate in […]
2023: Allow healthy competition, INEC charges political parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed to political parties to allow for healthy competition in the coming general elections. Dr Mutiu Agboke, Osun […]
2023: Democracy Watch of Nigeria tasks judiciary on transparency, rule of law
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja – The Nigerian judiciary has been urged to ensure transparency and rule of law in the administration of justice in preparatory […]
Police caution politicians, supporters against destroying billboards
By MARY RONKE, Ilorin – Politicians and supporters of political parties in Kwara State have warned against defacement and destruction of opposition parties’ posters and […]
No political party can transform Nigeria without God’s intervention – CAC President
President of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Samuel Oladele, says no political party can transform Nigeria unless the citizens are ready and […]
2023 campaigns: INEC advises political parties, candidates to play by the rules
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that it would not condone any act of violence or hooliganism in the Presidential and National Assembly […]
INEC rolls out guidelines for 2023 election campaigns
The Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kwara has issued the guidelines on the commencement of campaigns for the 2023 general election. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, […]
INEC to sanction parties, candidates over hate speech, abusive language, others
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has warned the 18 political parties that fielded candidates for next year’s general elections […]
2023: Don’t campaign in churches, mosques – INEC warns political parties, says violators risk imprisonment
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned political parties and candidates against the use of masqueraders, public facilities and religious centres for campaigns. The […]
2023: We’ll strictly adhere to provision of electoral law, INEC tells parties
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has urged political parties to endeavour to study and […]
Nominations: INEC insists on Friday deadline, says 2 parties yet to upload
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reminded political parties that they have until Friday, 15th July, 2022, to upload […]