The Federal High Court dismissed the NDC’s suit challenging provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 on candidate qualification, ruling that the act complements the Constitution.

Former INEC Chairman Attahiru Jega has pointed out critical flaws in Nigeria's Electoral Act 2026, advocating for urgent amendments to ensure credible elections in 2027.

Senior Advocates and former INEC officials in Nigeria are divided on the legality of aspirants defecting after primaries under the Electoral Act 2026.

Mr. Igini has warned that provisions in the Electoral Act 2026 could enable ballot manipulation and weaken election petitions, raising fresh concerns about transparency and credibility ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.

An analysis reviews the progress, existing gaps, and legal landscape surrounding Nigeria's Electoral Act 2026 in preparation for the 2027 elections.

An analysis highlights the critical role of electoral laws in democratic governance, defining political competition rules and institutional accountability. The piece discusses the Electoral Act 2026, examining its promises, progress, and ongoing challenges in ensuring elections reflect the will of the people.

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has warned that its member political parties might boycott the 2027 General Elections if the National Assembly fails to promptly amend key provisions of the Electoral Act 2026.

By Joseph Erunke ABUJA — The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has pledged that the 2027 general elections will be the best in Nigeria’s history, citing sweeping reforms introduced by the Electoral Act 2026. Speaking at a Citizens’ Town Hall Meeting themed “What It Means for Your Vote […] The post 2027 will be Nigeria’s best election yet, INEC Chair assures Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.

He said, “The rejection of the timetable is only consequential to our rejection of the Electoral Act 2026.

Leading Nigerian opposition figures, including Atiku, Obi, and Amaechi, have launched a coordinated offensive against President Bola Tinubu's government, rejecting the newly-amended Electoral Act 2026 and warning of potential unrest.

Nigeria's National Assembly has outlined key reforms for the Electoral Act 2026, including mandatory e-transmission of results, use of BVAS, and stricter penalties to enhance election integrity.

The Electoral Act 2026 is the law. It contains real improvements. It contains dangerous loopholes. The post Nigeria’s Electoral Act 2026: What Really Changed, and What Didn’t appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) challenging Section 138 of the Electoral Act 2026, which removes candidate qualification as a ground for legal action in the 2027 polls.

A Civil Society Organization (CSO) has filed a lawsuit against Nigeria's National Assembly, INEC, and AGF, seeking to invalidate sections of the Electoral Act 2026 that remove court jurisdiction over party disputes.

Emmanuel Aziken's article, 'Consensus Or Coronation?', discusses a new conspiracy against party democracy, focusing on the political reforms in the Electoral Act 2026 regarding candidate nominations.

New provisions in Nigeria's Electoral Act 2026, specifically Section 83, enhance the Independent National Electoral Commission's oversight powers while limiting judicial intervention in political party affairs.

The Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum has faulted the Nigerian National Assembly for excluding certificate forgery and qualification issues as grounds for election petitions in the amended Electoral Act 2026.

Abuja-The House of Representatives yesterday amended the Electoral Act 2026 to criminalise dual membership of political parties, prescribing a fine of N10 million or a maximum of two years imprisonment for offenders. The post Reps amend Electoral Act, propose N10m fine, 2-year jail term for dual party membership appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ogra made the remarks in a post on Monday while reacting to the ADC’s announcement that it had opened a free nationwide digital membership portal in line with the Electoral Act 2026. The post Tinubu’s aide faults ADC membership portal, warns against ‘system design error’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: As part of efforts to fortify Nigeria’s democratic foundation, the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has launched a comprehensive technical review of its regulations for political parties. This exercise aims to synchronize the Commission’s framework with the recently enacted Electoral Act 2026, ensuring legal clarity and operational integrity well before the […] The post 2027: INEC overhauls party guidelines to align with Electoral Act 2026 appeared first o...

Former INEC officials highlight critical ambiguities in the new Electoral Act concerning electronic transmission, BVAS, and result collation. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-inec-officials-flay-ambiguities-in-new-electoral-act/

The adjustment comes as a direct consequence of the repeal of the Electoral Act 2022 and the subsequent enactment of the Electoral Act 2026, which has fundamentally altered the statutory timelines…

The National Assembly has outlined significant reforms in the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026, including mandatory electronic transmission of results and the compulsory use of BVAS.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) told a court that voter information is not confidential, citing provisions of the Electoral Act 2026, in response to Emeka Ike's N10bn lawsuit.

Aspirants from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Enugu have rejected the 2027 primary election process, citing alleged breaches of the Electoral Act 2026 and party guidelines.

A former Resident Electoral Commissioner in Nigeria, Mike Igini, has raised concerns about 'dangerous' sections within the Electoral Act 2026 that could impact the transparency of the 2027 general elections.

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has commended the recent signing of the Electoral Act 2026 into law, praising its innovative provisions and President Tinubu’s assent. The party also addressed internal party matters in its statement.

An article highlights concerns about certificate forgery in Nigerian politics, following the surreptitious removal of a clause regarding certificate forgers from the recently passed Electoral Act 2026.

“They should act in strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 as well as the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties. The post Osun election: INEC warns…

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched a comprehensive technical review of its regulations for political parties to align with the Electoral Act 2026, in preparation for the 2027 general elections.

A citizens' townhall meeting was held to discuss the implications of the Electoral Act 2026 for voters and the upcoming 2027 elections in Nigeria, broadcast live on multiple TV channels.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has dismissed calls from opposition politicians for a fresh amendment to the Electoral Act 2026, labeling them as 'hollow' and lacking genuine reform intent.

“A cat that dreams of being a lion must lose its appetite for rats”.-– African proverb President Bola Tinubu signed the amended Electoral Act 2026 a few hours after it was passed amidst controversy over process, deafening noise and drama rarely seen in and around the National Assembly. As we speak, this is the legal framework […] The post …..And so it was done, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is preparing to unveil a revised timetable for the 2027 general elections, aligning with the new Electoral Act 2026.