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2027: INEC rejects NDC’s claim of candidate substitution
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: John Owen Nwachukwu , as published by Daily Post Nigeria
· September 2, 2026
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Key points The commission's role is limited to monitoring certain processes. A claim of improper candidate selection has been disputed.
A claim of improper candidate selection has been disputed. The accusation centered on the substitution of names ahead of elections. According to the law, parties are responsible for nominating candidates.
The commission's role is limited to monitoring certain processes. It does not have the power to alter candidate selections.
Further information on this matter is available, including a statement from the relevant committee chairman.
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Published: September 2, 2026 ·
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