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Saturday, May 18

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Bishop Edoro Tasks INEC On Edo, Ondo Governorship Elections

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LAGOS – Edo State-born cleric, Bishop Dr Joseph Ighalo Edoro, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that the coming Edo and Ondo governorship elections coming up later in the year are free and fair and…

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Elections: INEC’s credibility, impartiality intact – AYCF

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The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has reiterated its unwavering trust in the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following recent comments made by presidential candidate Peter Obi …

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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 889 Candidates From Eight States and UTs To Contest Polls in Phase Six on May 25

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) said on Saturday said that a total of 889 candidates from eight States and Union Territories (UTs) will contest elections in phase six of the Lok Sabha elections that will be held on May 25.

LS polls: Election Commission makes seizures worth Rs 8,889 crore; drugs contribute 45%

NEW DELHI: The poll panel on Saturday said that the election-time seizures of inducements reached to Rs 8,889 crore that aimed to influence voters, as confiscation of narcotics and other contrabands amounted to 45 percent of the total…

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Election-time seizures reach Rs 8,889 crores, drugs make up 45 per cent, says poll body

www.indiatvnews.com

As the Lok Sabha elections continue in India, with the fifth phase of campaigning going on, the Election Commission of India has released fresh figures and comprehensive data of the seizures made during the election.

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LS polls: 889 candidates to contest elections in phase 6, says ECI

www.hindustantimes.com

The election commission said that the average number of contesting candidates in a parliamentary constituency for the sixth phase is 15

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EC denies plans to rig 2024 elections amid NDC concerns

www.pulse.com.gh

The Electoral Commission (EC) has dismissed allegations made by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) regarding purported plans to manipulate the upcoming 2024 General Elections in favor of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

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Friday, May 17

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Supreme Court seeks Election Commission's reply on plea over voter turnout data

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A bench headed by chief justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud gave a week’s time for the poll panel to file its response

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Taking presidential debates out of commission’s hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers

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The arrangement virtually guarantees the debates will be among the least-watched general election debates ever.

Taking presidential debates out of commission’s hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers

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The arrangement virtually guarantees the debates will be among the least-watched general election debates ever.

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Karakat Lok Sabha Election 2024: Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh’s Mother Pratima Devi Withdraws Name From Seat in Bihar

www.latestly.com

The Election Commission confirmed Pratima Devi's withdrawal, who had filed her nomination as an independent candidate on May 14. Speculations were rife that her entry into the race was at the behest of her son, who feared rejection of his…

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Taking presidential debates out of commission's hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers

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The planned presidential debates between Joe Biden and Donald Trump that were swiftly organized this week are a coup for CNN and ABC News — but a virtual guarantee they'll be among the least-watched general election contests ever.

Taking presidential debates out of commission’s hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers

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By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The planned presidential debates between Joe Biden and Donald Trump that were swiftly organized this week are a coup for CNN and ABC News — but a virtual guarantee they’ll be among the least…

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India News | Voter Turnout of 69.16 Pc Recorded in Phase 4 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Says ECI

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The fourth phase of polling for Lok Sabha polls on May 7 in 96 constituencies saw a voter turnout of 69.16 per cent, the Election Commission said on Friday.

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Supreme Court seeks Election Commission's response on voter turnout data

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The Supreme Court has requested a response from the Election Commission (EC) regarding a plea urging the timely uploading of voter turnout data on its website within 48 hours of the conclusion of polling.

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Edo election: INEC fixes May 27 to start distribution of PVCs

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo State is gearing up to distribute approximately 373,030 uncollected Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) starting May 27. The state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Anugbum…

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Getting election process right duty of every Nigerian – Osun REC, Agboke

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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Resident Electoral Commissioner for Osun, Dr Mutiu Agboke has reiterated that getting the election process right in Nigeria was the duty of every citizen. Agboke made the assertion…

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Edo election: INEC to commence distribution of PVCs May 27

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo will begin the distribution of about 373,030 uncollected Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) on May 27. The state Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Anugbum Onuoha, made this…

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How Russian disinformation could skew EU election — and whether Europe can fight it

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Ursula von der Leyen made a promise this week: if she secures another term as president of the European Commission, she will prioritize beefing up the EU’s defenses against malicious disinformation from Moscow. It’s a top-of-agenda issue…