- A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party is ratifying nominations for the 2026 election, involving figures like Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan.
- A PDP faction put forward Goodluck Jonathan for office, and the INEC is currently scrutinizing the candidate submission claims.
The PDP chapter formally challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission's authority regarding candidate submissions.
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What happened
The PDP chapter formally challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission's authority regarding candidate submissions.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.INEC announced a PDP candidate for a governorship race.1 source
PDP chapter questions INEC's authority over candidate submissions.1 source
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The entities involved
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Peoples Democratic Party
Nigerian political party founded 1998
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Independent National Electoral Commission
election commission in Nigeria
Related events
- INEC disclosed plans in an interview with the Nigerian Tribune on September 4, 2026.
- On August 4, 2026, Henry Ndukuba urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take steps to safeguard the credibility of the ongoing election process.
- INEC registered the Nigeria Democratic Congress as a political party.
- The Allied Peoples Movement must comply with the electoral laws and guidelines set by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
- Challenges were raised against the Independent National Electoral Commission's deployment of out-of-state electoral officials.