We cannot prosecute Yahaya Bello for double registration because he has immunity – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the allegation of double registration against Yahaya Bello, governor of Kogi state, but he cannot be prosecuted because he enjoys immunity as a governor. James Apam, resident electoral commissioner (REC) in the state, said this at the INEC office in Lokoja, capital of Kogi, on Thursday. “The allegation […]

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INEC sacks 2 member of staff over Yahaya Bello’s double registration

May Agbmuche-Mbu, a national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, announced that the commission has sacked two of its members of staff accused of being involved in the double registration of Yahaya Bello, governor of Kogi state. Bello, who had registered as a voter in the federal capital territory, FCT, was said to […]

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Probably it is my ghost that did double registration – Yahaya Bello

Following accusations of double registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and Kogi state APC, Governor Yahaya Bello has denied taking part in the ongoing continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise. Speaking with reporters after observing Ju’maat prayer at the presidential villa in Abuja, Bello advised INEC not to allow “some elements” tarnish its image. […]

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