vote buying
Coverage of vote buying in the Nexus archive.
- Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged 'vote buying' election scheme
A federal judge ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election.
- Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged ‘vote buying’ election scheme
A federal judge ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases alleging he defrauded voters in swing states before the 2024 general election. The deposition is part of a fraud investigation linked to an alleged 'vote buying' scheme.
- Ekiti Poll: CJID observers report vote buying, voter assistance irregularities
CJID observers reported instances of vote buying and voter assistance irregularities during the Ekiti Poll. The organization stated that such activities threaten election integrity and undermine the democratic process.
- Ekiti Election: Yiaga Africa confirms INEC results, raises concerns over vote buying
Yiaga Africa confirmed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) results in the Ekiti Election using its verification methodology, but expressed concerns over vote buying. The organization's analysis indicated that the announced results aligned with ballot counts from polling units.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Group demands probe of alleged vote buying, pre-thumbprinted ballots, PVC distribution
The Movement for Credible Elections has demanded investigations into allegations of vote buying, pre-thumbprinted ballot papers, and distribution of uncollected voter cards during the Ekiti governorship election. The group raised concerns about irregularities in the voting process.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Party agents use numbered slips instead of cash for vote buying in Ekiti election
Party agents in the Ekiti election are using numbered slips instead of cash to buy votes. Voters were asked to display marked ballot papers as proof of their voting preference.
- #EkitiDecides2026: How we’ll secure Ekiti gov poll, check vote buying – Police
The police assured residents of Ekiti that adequate security measures will be in place to ensure the safe movement of election materials and a peaceful, free, and credible election. They also mentioned efforts to check vote buying during the gubernatorial poll.
- EFCC boss calls for credible 2027 elections
The EFCC chairman emphasized combating vote buying and selling to ensure credible 2027 elections, stating these practices undermine democracy and governance.