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Governance - 28 JAN 2023
What Adeleke's case means for Nigeria
Osun's election tribunal sacked Adeleke as governor. We highlight what this means for different stakeholders in the Nigerian election cycle.
Governance - 24 JAN 2023
Presidential candidates for 2023 general elections
Here are the features and qualifications of 2023 presidential candidates for Nigeria's general elections.
Governance - 16 JAN 2023
Basic qualifications for elections in Nigeria
Basic qualifications for elections in Nigeria.
Governance - 16 JAN 2023
2023 election timetable and schedule of activities
Here is how INEC will conduct the 2023 elections.
Governance - 10 JAN 2023
Will INEC postpone the 2023 elections?
What reasons will allow the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to postpone an election?
Governance - 05 JAN 2023
Why does Obasanjo’s endorsement of Peter Obi matter?
Why does Obasanjo’s endorsement of Peter Obi matter?
Governance - 22 DEC 2022
What determines voter turnout?
Unpacking how to determine voter turnout in Nigeria and why it is important.
Governance - 21 DEC 2022
Why does INEC have to close the voter registration process?
We unveil why Nigeria's voter registration process needs to close.
Governance - 20 DEC 2022
What is an electoral act?
We look at the conditions that inform an electoral act in Nigeria.
Governance - 19 DEC 2022
What does the Electoral Act say about election spending?
Per the Electoral Act, INEC has the power to determine election expenses. We break down what the new laws are about.
Governance - 15 DEC 2022
What leads to an off-cycle election in Nigeria?
Off-cycle elections primarily deviate from the general election cycle (marked by a quadrennial presidential election).
Governance - 14 DEC 2022
Can the INEC chair be replaced close to the election?
INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, is rumoured to be replaced. How possible is this potential removal?
Governance - 13 DEC 2022
What happens if a presidential candidate dies?
In 2015 the APC Kogi Governorship nominee died after the elections ended. The constitution has a way to resolve such issues.
Governance - 12 DEC 2022
What is a run-off election and how would it happen in Nigeria?
How a run-off election would happen in Nigeria.