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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the official timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Elections, outlining key dates for elections, party primaries, campaigns, and voter registration.
According to the timetable, the Presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on Saturday, February 20, 2027, while the Governorship and State House of Assembly elections are scheduled for Saturday, March 6, 2027.
INEC also announced the campaign periods for the elections. Campaigns for the Presidential and National Assembly elections will commence on November 18, 2026, and end on February 19, 2027.
For the Governorship and State Assembly elections, campaigns will begin on December 15, 2026, and close on March 5, 2027.
As part of preparations for the polls, Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will take place from April 2026 to January 2027, allowing eligible Nigerians to register or update their voter information ahead of the elections.
Political parties are expected to conduct their primaries between July 1 and September 30, 2026.
The submission of candidates’ lists to INEC is scheduled for October 1 to October 31, 2026, while the final list of candidates will be published on November 15, 2026.
Meanwhile, INEC noted that there is an ongoing proposal to amend the Electoral Act to shift the general elections to November 2026. However, the proposal is still under consideration and has not been approved.
The commission urged political parties, stakeholders, and the electorate to take note of the timetable and comply with all guidelines to ensure a smooth and credible electoral process in 2027.
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