By Praise Ben From the crowded streets of Lagos to the remote villages of the north, the Obidient movement has captured the hearts and minds of a nation hungry for change. Driven by a deep desire to build a better Nigeria, the movement has harnessed the energy and passion of grassroots activists, young and old, … Read more
INEC has recommended an investigation and possible prosecution of the Adamawa State’s Resident Electoral Commissioner for electoral malpractice during the governorship election. The REC was accused of unilaterally declaring a candidate as duly elected when collation had not been concluded. The commission has barred the REC from its office and has called for the resumption … Read more
‘Babachir Lawal has blasted INEC, describing the Adamawa gubernatorial election as “completely disgraceful”. Lawal stated that the electoral umpire is shameful and has made a decision that could potentially plunge Nigeria into a state of civil war. Lawal stated this while giving his opinion on the Adamawa Governorship rerun election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Binani has filed a lawsuit before the Federal High Court in Abuja seeking to halt the election results. She applied for leave of the court to seek “an order of prohibition and certiorari” removing the administrative decision of the 1st Respondent made on April 16, 2023. The case also seek to prevent further steps towards … Read more
INEC has suspended Adamawa REC over the illegal declaration of Aisha Binani. The INEC has issued an order restricting the REC from its office in Adamawa State. Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the Administrative Secretary has been directed to take charge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has suspended its Resident Electoral Commissioner … Read more
Supporters and members of the PDP in Adamawa state have taken to the streets in protest over the current situation regarding the governorship election. The protest comes after the illegal declaration of the APC candidate as the winner of the gubernatorial election. INEC ha s nullified the announcement and suspended the collation of results. EKO … Read more
The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has disclosed that the APC knew its results from the situation room before the final declaration by the INEC. Fashola advised Nigerians to sheath their swords and end all disagreements that arose during the just-concluded 2023 general elections. The Minister also emphasized that Nigerians should exhibit maturity … Read more
INEC is set to make a final decision on the outcome of the Adamawa State governorship election on Tuesday, April 18. This follows the illegal announcement of the election result by the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), who has been summoned to Abuja to explain the reasons behind his decision. The collation of results remains suspended … Read more
The INEC has declared Ibrahim Lamido of the APC as the winner of the Sokoto East Senate seat at the National Assembly. The APC has also won eight out of the 10 House of Representatives seats covered by supplementary election. With the results, the APC currently has two Senate and eight House of Representatives seats, … Read more
Last year, Tambuwal ran for president on the platform of the PDP. He, however, withdrew from the race in support of the eventual nominee of the party. The Sokoto governor opted to run for the senate and he has been successful in his bid. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has … Read more
INEC has suspended the collation of Adamawa supplementary election results. Hudu Ari had earlier declared Senator Binani as the winner of the governorship election under controversial circumstances. Returning Officer has immediately been summoned to the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has suspended the collation of … Read more
The March 18 governorship election in Adamawa was declared inconclusive. A supplementary election was held on Saturday to conclude the process. Adamawa residents and Nigerians across the country were thrown into shock on Sunday as the state’s REC made an unusual and illegal move. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) … Read more
INEC has declared PDP’s Dasuki as the winner of the Kebbe representative seat. Daduki polled a total number of 47,317 votes to defeat his closest opponent, Kokani Bala Kebbe of the APC. Dasuki will replace Kokani Bala Kebbe at the National Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission has declared the … Read more
INEC has announced the cancellation of the supplementary election in Akwa Ibom State. Dr Cyril Omorogbe, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), announced the cancellation of the election on Saturday. He described the rerun as “abysmal”. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cancelled Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency rerun election in Akwa … Read more
INEC has declared Alhasan Ado Doguwa as the winner of the Doguwa and Tudunwada Federal Constituency election. The February 25th election was declared inconclusive due to violence and overvoting. Doguwa defeated Yushau Salisu in the just-concluded supplementary elections held across eight wards in Tudunwada local government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that The Independent National Electoral … Read more
The INEC and EFCC have selected 18 legal practitioners, including two Senior Advocates of Nigeria, to handle cases related to electoral offences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission and the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) have appointed 18 lawyers including two Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) to prosecute electoral offenders. … Read more
INEC has declared APC’s Bomai the winner of the Yobe South Senatorial District. Bomai garnered 69,596 votes to defeat his closest rival Halilu Mazagane, who polled 68,885 votes. The electoral umpire had declared the election in the zone inconclusive following reports of over-voting. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in … Read more
INEC has compiled a list of 200 people who have committed electoral offences. The 200 people are set to face prosecution from the electoral umpire. The IG had instructed swift investigation into cases of offences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission is set to prosecute over 200 persons arrested for various … Read more
Dino Melaye has challenged those questioning God’s blessing on his life to sue Him or seek INEC’s help. The Kogi West Senator made the statement amidst fallout with Governor Wike, who claimed that Dino lacked the capacity to govern Kogi state. The Kogi PDP chapter has denied reports of Dino’s suspension, warning troublemakers to desist … Read more
INEC has made necessary arrangements for the ongoing rerun election in Zamfara State. The commission has distributed materials for the election rerun in six local government areas. Security agencies have also promised protection for voters during the elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said necessary arrangements had been … Read more