Here’s a summary of major political developments in Nigeria today, November 15, 2024:

Posted by admin State News, Headlines, Ondo Friday, November 15th, 2024

Compiled by New Nigerian Politics (NNP)

1. Ondo Governorship Election Preparations: Ahead of the Ondo State gubernatorial election set for November 16, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has updated the Labour Party’s candidate, replacing Olusola Ebiseni with Olorunfemi Ayodele Festus. Security agencies are on high alert, deploying personnel across the state to ensure a peaceful election, as President Tinubu and the Inspector-General of Police urged citizens to maintain decorum during the process.

2. Concerns About Voter Inducement: Reports indicate that political parties in Ondo have been accused of inducing voters with cash, food, and petrol. Faith-based organizations have raised these concerns while calling for clean electoral practices.

3. Local Government Polls in Zamfara State: Alhaji Mannir Haidara, a PDP candidate, has promised to focus on security if elected, highlighting the significance of safety in local governance.

4. Judicial Developments: The National Judicial Council (NJC) has suspended two judges from Rivers and Anambra States for misconduct. They will remain suspended for a year without pay and will be under watch for two additional years thereafter .

These stories reflect ongoing efforts to manage electoral integrity and governance in Nigeria.