Nigeria Political News: INEC assures election security, Obi 2027, and more

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Nigeria Political News: INEC assures election security, Obi 2027, and more

The police and INEC assured secure distribution of election materials for the Ekiti governorship poll. INEC also distributed sensitive materials for the Rivers bye-election. Aisha Yesufu urged supporters to focus on electing Peter Obi in 2027. Chris Imumolen denied pledging allegiance to Governor Adeleke, while the NDC exempted Obi and Kwankwaso from its anti-defection oath.

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