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The Nigerian Senate has officially passed the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill 2026, marking a pivotal but controversial shift in the nation’s voting framework ahead of the 2027 general elections. The final passage on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, followed a tumultuous session (…)

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