February 10, 2026 – Nigeria News Mark

Nigeria’s electoral system should work since banks can function seamlessly says Obi

February 10, 2026February 11, 2026 admin

Photo: Obi with other activists during the protest in Abuja By: Daniel Kanu Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi said on Tuesday that if banks can function seamlessly across the country, then Nigeria’s electoral process should be able to do the same, as he renewed calls for urgent electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi made the remarks in Abuja after joining a group of protesters at the National Assembly Complex on Monday. The demonstration, said to be organised by members of the Obidient Movement…

MOUAU Promotion Row: Tinubu Is My Last Hope, Says Nto

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 admin

Photo: President Bola Tinubu By: Mandy Park Senior lecturer at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Dr. Philips Nto, has said his decision to petition President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his delayed promotion to the rank of professor was taken as a last resort after years of frustration. Nto, who said he has been due for promotion since 2021, explained that as the Visitor to the university, President Tinubu remains the final authority capable of resolving the matter, accusing the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Comrade…

Electoral Act amendment: Kukah Centre, Yiaga Africa, TAF, 4 other CSOs want Reps’ version of electoral act

February 10, 2026 admin

Photo: Coalition members at the briefing By: Mandy Park …Insist on real-time e-transmission of election results A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), including the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), The Kukah Centre, International Press Centre (IPC), Elect Her, Nigerian Women Trust Fund, TAF Africa and Yiaga Africa, have risen against members of the Senate, demanding immediate action on some sections of the 2025 Electoral Bill, particularly the sections that deal with electronic transmission of election results from the polling unit to a dedicated server for transparency and accountability.…