Tag: Electoral Integrity
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Electoral irregularities in Nigeria’s 2023 elections: LP strongholds revealed as hotspot regions
Overview: A surprising pattern in 2023 electoral irregularities New statistical analysis of Nigeria’s 2023 elections suggests that irregularities were not confined to one political party alone. Instead, Labour Party (LP) strongholds emerged as the areas with the highest concentration of reported irregularities. The findings challenge common narratives that electoral flaws are predominantly associated with a…
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Bolsonaro Begins 27-Year Prison Sentence for Coup Plot
Overview: A Former Leader Faces a Historic Sentence Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro began serving a 27-year prison sentence on Tuesday, a landmark moment in Brazil’s ongoing challenge to political violence and democratic norms. The sentence, stemming from charges that he led a coup attempt to remain in power after losing the 2022 presidential election,…
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Masaka Bishop Calls for Equal Political Space Ahead of 2026 Polls
Uganda’s 2026 Elections Stand on a Crucial Threshold As Uganda gears up for the 2026 General Election, voices from religious, civil society, and political circles are underscoring a single, essential demand: equal political space for all contenders. In Masaka, Bishop Serverus Jjumba of the Masaka Catholic Diocese has mounted a principled appeal to government authorities…
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Tanzania Responds to CNN Election Violence Report: Verification Ongoing and Official Statement Pending
Introduction: Tanzania Addresses CNN Investigation Authorities in Tanzania have publicly addressed the international media spotlight cast on violence that occurred during and after the October 29 elections. The government confirmed that verification of CNN’s investigative report is still in progress and cautioned that a comprehensive official response will be released once the process is complete.…
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IEBC Dispatches Ballot Papers to 20 Areas Ahead of November 27 By-Elections
IEBC Commences Ballot Paper Dispatch as By-Elections Loom The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has begun the crucial stage of election logistics, dispatching ballot papers and statutory forms to 20 electoral areas in preparation for the November 27 by-elections. This development marks a significant milestone in the commission’s planning and readiness efforts as voters…
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Mamata Banerjee to CEC over SIR chaos after BLO deaths
West Bengal Chief Minister’s Intervention in SIR Controversy West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly criticized the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as “unplanned, chaotic, and dangerous,” citing the alarming loss of life among booth-level officers (BLOs). In a forceful letter to Chief Elections Commissioner Gyaneshwar (Gyanesh Kumar), Banerjee expressed grave concerns about the…
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IEBC by-elections: Sh27m ballot paper printing in Greece
IEBC announces first batch of electoral materials ahead of by-elections The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the arrival of the first batch of crucial electoral materials as Kenya prepares for next week’s by-elections. Among the items in the initial shipment are the ballot papers, which play a central role in ensuring a…
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El-Rufai: Party Switches Won’t Stand in Nigerians’ 2027 Leader Choice
El-Rufai: Party Switches Won’t Stop Nigerians’ 2027 Leader Choice Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has asserted that the political realignments and party defections by some governors will not deter Nigerians from electing their preferred leaders in the 2027 elections. Speaking at the opening of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) national conference, El-Rufai…
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El-Rufai Downplays Governors’ Party Moves Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former Kaduna Governor Reacts to party realignments Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has weighed in on the ongoing party realignments ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. During his remarks at the opening ceremony of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Nation… event, El-Rufai asserted that the movement of several governors to different parties…
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Kasipul Candidates Face Possible Disqualification Over Campaign Schedule Breach
Kasipul by-election: What could trigger sanctions? The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is reviewing allegations that candidates in the Kasipul Constituency by-election may have violated the agreed campaign schedule. While the details are still being investigated, the commission has signaled that breaches could lead to sanctions, including disqualification in extreme cases. The situation underscores…