The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) framework on voting by Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) is a policy document proposed to guide the conduct of IDP voting operations and bring the IDP communities into the voting net. Accompanying the framework is the regulations and guidelines for voting by Internally Displaced Persons which will drive IDP voting operations for the 2019 general elections. The overarching guiding principle for the IDP framework is the Commission’s commitment to inclusivity which is consistent with the avoidance of discrimination in the electoral process. Another guiding principle is the Commission’s commitment to its mission to serve as an independent and effective EMB committed to the conduct of free, fair, and credible elections for sustainable democracy in Nigeria. The document highlights pre-operational planning for IDP voting, voting, engagement with stakeholders, voter education and budget template for IDP voting

These guidelines are built on the electoral act 2010 that empowers the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to issue regulations, guidelines or manuals for the conduct of the registration of voters and revision of the register of voters. Therefore, these guidelines were issued for continuous registration of voters and the updating and revision of the national register of voters. They provide the notice of continuous registration, registration centres, period of registration, presentation for registration, particulars and procedure of registration, prohibition of multiple registrations, display of preliminary register of voters, claims and objections

This document highlights guidelines necessary for the 2011 general elections. It outlines the date of elections, allocation of voters to polling units (Pus) and voting Points (VPs), polling station officials, accredited polling/party agents and accredited observers, camping of officials, accreditation and voting processes, voting, post-poll procedure, staffing categories and levels of return for each election.

Registration of political parties is one of the main functions of INEC. Political associations are constitutionally prohibited from functioning as political parties unless they are registered with Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as political parties. Guidelines for the registration of political parties are intended to set out in unambiguous terms and statutory requirements for registering new political parties. It outlines the procedure for filing the application, condition for registration as a political party, the symbol of the association, eligibility to be registered as members of political association. It also provides extracts of constitutional requirements for the registration of new political parties.

The guidelines are designed to address all aspects of meetings, rallies and campaigns and also take full cognizance of relevant provisions of the Electoral Act 2010. It offers political parties and candidates a good understanding of the rules and legal limits regarding the conduct of rallies and campaigns. It also provides a more comprehensive reference point for monitors and observers to easily establish levels of compliance or non-compliance by political parties, candidates and their supporters respectively.

This is documentation of a speech delivered by Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the Governor Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). He outlines the CBN’s plan and goal to ensure financial system stability for the period between 2019 -2024. The five years framework will support the emergence of a digital, less burdensome process for consumers who seek to access consumer credit.

The Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) gender policy is a response to the National Gender Policy (2006) and Vision 20:20 (2009) which recognize that gender equality and women’s empowerment are basic human rights that lie at the heart of equitable development and which call on all state and non-state actors to promote gender equality through their institutional practices and policies. This policy therefore seeks to encourage and expand the participation of all in the political and electoral spaces. It demonstrates the Commission’s commitment to the goal of deepening Nigeria’s democratic experience by outlining measures that can collectively be taken to ensure that the participation of nearly half of the population of the country in its affairs is broadened.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that communications across the Commission are well-coordinated, effectively managed and responsive to the diverse information needs of the public. It guides standards for the Commission. In tandem with the times, the policy is IT-based and driven. The policy intends that both the permanent and ad-hoc staff of the Commission are aware of it and abide by it, any breaches of the policy are dealt with appropriately and promptly, and in dealing with the media, the commission and its staff should be conscious of the fact that they are always seen as the Commission’s representatives and should therefore avoid making comments or participating in photo opportunities that may damage the long term reputation of INEC.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) procures goods and services through competitive tenders in accordance with the due process policy of the Federal Government of Nigeria. This manual therefore defines the policies and procedures for determining, contracting and monitoring the acquisition, by purchase or lease, of goods, works and/or non-personnel services by the Independent National Electoral Commission.

The manual of election officials 2015 spells out the duties of personnel involved in the conduct of elections in Nigeria

These guidelines are provided to ensure that election observation duties are carried out in accordance with the law and best practices. They reflect the standards of Nigeria’s Electoral Act as well as the minimum standards for election observation, which Nigeria subscribes to as a sovereign member of the international community.

This regulatory document constitutes the legal framework that aims to regulate the electoral process. Violation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) provisions like the right to associate, vote, form political parties, registration of voters, election Day procedures, and dispute resolution attracts penalties. Therefore, this document outlines some of the electoral offences and their penalties.

This manual is designed to guide Independent National Electoral Commission monitors in carrying out effective monitoring and reporting of party congresses (ward, local government area, state), party primaries, party national conventions. It details party monitoring, procedure for party monitoring, requirement aim & objective of party monitoring, and requirement and goals of monitoring.

The electoral operations support centre is an early warning system that supports key activity areas of election day. It maintains surveillance, monitors compliance, identifies threats, delivers the fit-for-purpose response, and coordinates active interaction of field assets for the efficient conduct of elections. The system is made up of components that interact with and engage the deployed field resources using active communication tools. They provide a birds-eye view of the election day activities in real-time while ensuring optimal utilization of electoral resources and mobilizing fit-for-purpose responses to anticipate and avert adverse incidents. This operational document also defines the importance, framework, personnel and tools, management and operational guidelines of the electoral operations support centre.

This regulation is made further to the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended) in order to ensure to ensure compliance with the legal process of selection of candidates and the conduct of free, fair and transparent primaries by all political parties.

These guidelines are developed to complement the provisions of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and the Electoral Act, 2010 (as amended). It guides electoral processes like accreditation and voting and the role of all electoral officers.

This Act amends the electoral No.6, 2010 act to provide for adequate time for the Independent National Electoral Commission to issue notices, reserve nomination of candidates from political parties and ensure the proper conduct of political parties.

This document contains the code of conduct for political parties to ensure peace and public order freedom of political campaigns and compliance with electoral laws and regulations for the conduct of free, fair and credible elections in Nigeria.

The quality and standard of performance of officials during electoral activities impact the credibility of the election’s outcome and indeed the Commission itself. This regulatory document was designed for the guidance of the conduct of all elected officials both permanent and ad-hoc while they perform their duties

This document contains the code of conduct for political parties to ensure peace and public order freedom of political campaigns and compliance with electoral laws and regulations for the conduct of free, fair and credible elections in Nigeria