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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled presidential and assembly elections in Nigeria, while simultaneously facing questions regarding its institutional independence.

Steady: 2 in the last 7 days Updated friday

The latest in this situation

  1. INEC has been reported to include deceased figures, such as Muhammadu Buhari and Ifeanyi Ubah, on the voter register in Nigeria.
  2. INEC is urged to ensure credible elections in Nigeria.
  3. Appeals for electoral neutrality and transparency were made regarding the ongoing Nigerian elections.

How it started

23 reports, 11 independent, last reported Tue 00:00. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled presidential and assembly elections in Nigeria, while simultaneously facing questions regarding its institutional independence.

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NigeriaIndependent National Electoral Commission

How it developed

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  1. INEC has been reported to include deceased figures, such as Muhammadu Buhari and Ifeanyi Ubah, on the voter register in Nigeria.Sub-event
  2. INEC is urged to ensure credible elections in Nigeria.Sub-event
  3. Peter Obi and Victor Umeh have called on INEC to ensure that votes are accurately counted in the upcoming 2027 elections in Nigeria.Sub-event
  4. The Independent National Electoral Commission is currently operating under the framework established by the Electoral Act 2026.Sub-event
  5. A candidate challenged the results declared by INEC.1 source
  6. INEC considers biometric technology request from JAMB.Sub-event
  7. INEC disclosed plans in an interview with the Nigerian Tribune on September 4, 2026.Sub-event
  8. INEC urged the National Assembly to take action against criminal trends related to premature campaigns in Nigeria.1 source
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  1. INEC schedules presidential and assembly elections in Nigeria amid questions about its independence.1 source
  2. INEC was required to remain neutral during the elections that began on May 27, 2026.Sub-event

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