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WEEK 2
TOPIC: Election and Electoral Bodies in Nigeria
CONTENT: (b) Electoral bodies: INEC/SIEC national and state government.
Sub Topic 1: Electoral Bodies in Nigeria
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
INEC is the body which has the responsibility to organize and conducting election in the country. The commission was established by Decree No 17 of 1998 now an act of the National Assembly. It is made up of the chairman and twelve national commissioners. The body is expected to register all eligible voters and political parties before the conduct of any election.
Functions of INEC
- To organize, conduct and supervise election to all elective offices in the country.
- Registers political parties in accordance with the provision of the constitution and act of the national assembly.
- Monitors the organization and operation of the political parties including their finances.
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