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LASIEC Releases Validated Candidates’ List Gor Lagos LG Polls

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The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has officially released the validated list of candidates contesting for chairmanship and councillorship positions in the upcoming July 12 local government elections across the state.

The much-anticipated list was published on Tuesday, though concerns had earlier mounted over a delay in its release, contrary to LASIEC’s previously announced timeline of July 1, as stated in the commission’s election notice issued on April 17.

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During a visit to LASIEC headquarters in Yaba on Thursday, the validated names of candidates were seen pasted on the notice board. Sources within the commission disclosed that although the list was initially made available on Tuesday morning, it was temporarily removed to prevent it from being damaged by rainfall.

Addressing journalists at a press conference, LASIEC Chairperson Justice Ayotunde Phillips (retd.), represented by the commission’s Permanent Secretary Bola Okikiolu-Ighile, attributed the delay to some candidates’ failure to submit required documents on time.

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The list came out very early on Tuesday,” Okikiolu-Ighile said. “But the candidates themselves stalled the release of the list. For validation, they were expected to bring original copies of their credentials. Some of them only filled out forms and did not bring the required documents, which are mandated by law.”

According to LASIEC, required documents for validation include:

Curriculum Vitae

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Birth Certificate

Party Membership Card

Permanent Voter Card (PVC)

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Voter Cards of Sponsors (10 for councillor aspirants, 20 for chairmanship aspirants)

Academic Certificates

Personal Data Form signed by a commissioner of oaths or notary public

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The documentation process has not been without controversy. Some stakeholders criticized LASIEC’s requirements, especially the need for sponsor voter cards, alleging that such conditions could be used to disenfranchise certain candidates.

In the published list, some aspirants were marked as “not validated” due to failure to meet one or more of the documentation requirements.

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With the release of the validated list, LASIEC says it is now fully prepared to conduct transparent and credible elections across Lagos State’s 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas (LCDAs).

The elections are expected to test the strength of political parties at the grassroots level ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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INEC CVR: CSO Expresses Worry Over Poor Deployment Of Machines, Manpower To LGs In Edo

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By Joseph Ebi Kanjo

Edo Civil Society Organisations (EDOCSO) has expressed worry over the poor deployment of capturing machines and manpower to Igueben Local Government Area of the state by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the ongoing Ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR).

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The Coordinator, EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre, Leftist Enabulele Larry, and Secretary, Leftist Mark Akande expressed the CSO sentiment when the duo visited the INEC headquarters in Igueben where the CBR in the local government is taking place.

In a statement made available to INFO DAILY on Friday, the leadership of EDOCSO, Igueben Study Centre condemned the “use of only two capturing devices in a local government with over 69, 396 in population.”

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The duo noted in the statement that their findings at the INEC headquarters revealed two capturing machines were deployed to each local government across the 18 local government areas of the state.

The civil society members said INEC excuse of deploying two capturing machines to each local government was not germane enough because many do not have a computer or android phone to do the online registration INEC gave as an excuse.

The question here is, what is the percentage of our people mostly the aged individuals, that have access to Android mobile and other internet gadgets in Edo state?

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“How many people can afford internet data to enable them have access internet services in Edo state under the current excruciating economic pains by the people?

“How many of the Edo people can even manipulate the Android mobile phone to the extent of navigating the internet hurdles to undertake the job is INEC? If INEC is not ready for the job, they should tell Nigerians.

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“If citizens are now advised to individually undertake the statutory job of INEC, of what purpose does the commission serve to the people? etc,” they said.

As at when filing this report, INFO DAILY was yet to get a reply from the message sent to the INEC in Edo for reaction.

 

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Edo Sports Commission Boss Celebrates Okpehbolo On Birthday

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has felicated with Governor Monday Okpebholo, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a statement issued on Friday by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele Okpebholo as a visionary leader whose dedication to the growth and development of the state has continued to inspire confidence and admiration across all sectors, especially sports.

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Enabulele, who highlighted the governor’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment through sports development, noted that under his leadership, Edo State has witnessed significant strides in grassroots sporting initiatives and infrastructure.

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His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is not just a political leader but a beacon of hope for the younger generation.

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“His passion for excellence and inclusive governance is evident in the way he has continued to support policies that uplift our youths and promote sporting excellence,” the statement read.

The Executive Chairman prayed for long life, good health, and continued wisdom for the governor as he steers the affairs of the state towards greater prosperity.

“On behalf of the entire Edo State Sports Commission, I extend our warmest birthday wishes to His Excellency at 55. May this new chapter of his life be filled with more accomplishments and divine grace,” he added.

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Oba Of Benin Suspends Palace Chiefs

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The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has suspended two of his chiefs for falling for dereliction of duties.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Frank Irabor and made available to journalists in Benin City.

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He said their suspension was as a result of their long absence from the palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their palace responsibilities.

The suspended persons are: Chief John Igiehon, the Izuwako of Benin and chief Aimiukpomonyako Oghogho (Ebengho), the Oyenmwensoba of Benin.

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“The under-mentioned two (2) chiefs have been suspended from the Palace of the Oba of Benin.

“This is as a result of their long absence from the Palace, resulting in their failure to carry out their Palace responsibilities.

“The public is advised to be wary of unscrupulous chiefs that are no longer functioning in the Palace. His Royal Majesty has approved their _ Suspension and directed the public be duly informed. 

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“The names of the chiefs are: – ; 1. CHIEF JOHN IGIEHON, THE IZUWAKO OF BENIN and, _ 2 CHIEF AIMIUKPOMONYAKO OGHOGHO (EBENGHO), THE OYENMWENSOBA OF BENIN”, the statement said.

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