Nigeria’s Electoral Bill 2026: What Really Changed, and What Didn’t
On February 18, 2026, President Bola Tinubu signed the Electoral Bill 2026 into law.
This has been a bruising few weeks: sustained protests outside the National Assembly, a disputed voice vote in the House of Representatives in which the ‘nays’ were audibly louder yet the Speaker ruled otherwise, teargas fired at peaceful protesters, and a joint conference committee that quietly adopted the weaker of two available positions. Now it is done.
A Statement on the Reckless Proceedings in the House of Representatives
Ufuoma Nnamdi-Udeh, Executive Director of EiE Nigeria, strongly condemned the Senate’s action: “The Senate’s ‘cosmetic’ amendment to the Electoral Act is nothing short of a calculated insult to the intelligence of the Nigerian people. By creating a convenient ‘network failure’ escape clause, they have essentially legalised electoral fraud. This is not the reform Nigerians demanded, protested for, and deserve. We will not accept half-measures that preserve the same loopholes that made 2023 a credibility nightmare.”
WHO SHAPES THE NIGERIAN LIFE?
Zikoko Citizen is set to host the second edition of its flagship event, The Citizen Townhall. In partnership with Luminate and the Open Society Foundation, the Townhall will be the most defining civic gathering for young Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Electoral Act Amendment: Senate’s Decision Sets Nigeria Up for Another Cycle of Disputed Elections
Ufuoma Nnamdi-Udeh, Executive Director of EiE Nigeria, strongly condemned the Senate’s action: “The Senate’s ‘cosmetic’ amendment to the Electoral Act is nothing short of a calculated insult to the intelligence of the Nigerian people. By creating a convenient ‘network failure’ escape clause, they have essentially legalised electoral fraud. This is not the reform Nigerians demanded, protested for, and deserve. We will not accept half-measures that preserve the same loopholes that made 2023 a credibility nightmare.”
Teacher of the Year: Solanke Francis Taiwo
Solanke Francis Taiwo of Ogun State was named Nigeria’s 2025 Best Teacher, receiving N50 million, a car, and a house.
Historic Leadership at Nigerian Law School
Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote has been appointed Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. Previously Deputy Director-General and Head of the Lagos Campus.
Eniola Bolaji Triumphs in Egypt
Nigerian Para-Badminton star Eniola Bolaji clinched gold at the 2026 Egypt International Championship
Nigeria’s New Tax Reforms Must Be Anchored on Trust
Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to pause the implementation of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax reform laws, scheduled to commence on January 1, 2026, until critical governance, transparency, and public trust concerns are addressed.
FAME Foundation Founder Honoured with ISCA Role Model Award
Aderonke Atoyebi, the visionary behind the Female Advocacy, Mentoring & Empowerment (FAME) Foundation, has been recognised with the prestigious Citizens’ Choice Role Model Award at the 2025 International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) Awards ceremony in Copenhagen, Denmark.
From Eko Streets to Global Ballet Recognition
Anthony Madu, a 16-year-old ballet dancer from Lagos, Nigeria, has gained international recognition, moving from local street dances to stages in the United Kingdom.