Yobe electoral commission begins screening candidates for September 26 council elections

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: September 2, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Yobe electoral commission begins screening candidates for September 26 council elections

The Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC) has commenced the screening of candidates ahead of the local government elections scheduled for September 26. Other political events include Governor Adeleke warning Accord members against anti-party activities and Minister Nyesom Wike accusing APC governors of working against him.

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