INEC Unveils AI Unit to Tackle Election Deepfakes Ahead of 2027
By Halima Adisa The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has established a specialised artificial intelligence (AI) unit to monitor digital threats and tackle deepfakes ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Wednesday at the AI and Democracy Forum 2026, organised by Yiaga Africa and partners in Abuja. Amupitan […]
What INEC Must Get Right Before Nigeria Votes in 2027
By Julian Osamoto Nigeria is 113 days away from the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, but the credibility of the polls will depend on decisions and preparations made long before voters arrive at polling units on January 16. The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says preparations are on top gear. But speakers at a […]
INEC Seeks More Funding Ahead of 2027 General Elections
By Zainab Bakare The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called for increased funding, improved staff welfare and greater investment in electoral infrastructure ahead of the 2027 general elections. Amupitan made the appeal in Abuja during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal […]
ADC Reps Caucus Demands INEC Chairman’s Removal Over Alleged Bias
By Oluwakemi Kindness The caucus of the African Democratic Congress in the House of Representatives has called for the removal and prosecution of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan. The lawmakers alleged bias and misconduct, which they say could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general election. Caucus leader, […]
Stakeholders Push for Credible, Inclusive Democracy Ahead of 2027 election
By Julian Osamoto Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, key stakeholders have urged stronger collaboration, civic engagement, and political plurality to safeguard the nation’s democracy. The 9th Annual National Stakeholders’ Forum on Elections, organised by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, brought together civil society leaders, election officials, security agencies, and political actors to address challenges […]