The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the timetable for the 2027 General Elections, outlining critical dates for the conduct of elections and related political activities across the country.

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According to the schedule, Nigerians will head to the polls for the Presidential and National Assembly elections on Saturday, February 20, 2027, while the Governorship and State House of Assembly elections are slated for Saturday, March 6, 2027.

INEC also detailed the campaign periods for political parties and candidates. Campaigns for the Presidential and National Assembly elections will commence on November 18, 2026, and end on February 19, 2027, a day before the polls. For Governorship and State Assembly contests, campaigns will run from December 15, 2026, to March 5, 2027.

As part of preparations to ensure broad participation, the Commission announced that Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will take place from April 2026 to January 2027, giving eligible Nigerians ample time to register or update their voter information.

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 ongoing discussions around a proposal to amend the Electoral Act to shift the general elections to November 2026. The Commission clarified that this proposal is still pending and has not been adopted.

With the release of the timetable, INEC has signaled the formal commencement of preparations for the 2027 polls, urging political parties, aspirants, and voters to adhere strictly to the outlined schedule to ensure a credible and orderly electoral process.

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