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The Lybx Eye-New: Electoral Integrity: Akpabio has something to hide

Daily Dispatch February 15, 2026

By Taiwo Adisa The drama that pitched the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria against the people, starting from February 4, is instructive as it equally says much about where our Senators stand on the issue of electoral integrity. Though the lawmakers showcased a Pontius Pilate scenario

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INEC Releases Detailed Timetable for 2027 General Elections

Daily Dispatch February 13, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has unveiled the full timetable for the 2027 General Elections, outlining key dates for party primaries, submission of candidates, campaigns, and the conduct of polls across the country. According to the schedule released by the electoral body, political parties are to conduct their primaries between July 1 and September

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Electoral Act Amendment: Peter Obi Takes Protest to National Assembly

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Monday lead a coalition of protesters at the National Assembly in Abuja to challenge the Senate’s stance on the electronic transmission of election results. The demonstration, tagged “Occupy National Assembly,” was spearheaded by Nigerian youths, civil society

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Nigerians and the Noise Over Transmission of Election Results

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

The debate around electronic transmission of election results in Nigeria continues to generate more heat than light. It has become emotional, ideological, and in many cases detached from how elections actually work. Some have even expressed surprise at my position because I consult on Artificial Intelligence. But this is precisely why clarity is needed. My […]

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Minority Senators Clarify Position on Electronic Transmission in Electoral Bill

Daily Dispatch February 5, 2026

The Senate Minority Caucus has dismissed reports suggesting that the National Assembly rejected electronic transmission of election results in the recently passed Electoral Act amendment bill. The clarification followed the Senate’s passage of the bill at plenary on Wednesday, amid widespread media interpretations of the outcome of the clause-by-clause consideration.

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Ali Ndume dismisses claim Tinubu will declare himself winner of 2027 election

Daily Dispatch January 30, 2026

Senator Ali Ndume, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, has dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would declare himself winner of the 2027 presidential election. Ndume’s reaction followed speculation circulating online that the President might bypass the electoral process to announce