The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the timetable and schedule for the 2027 general election.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, made the announcement during a press conference held in Abuja on Friday, dismissing earlier reports that the electoral body had already released the election timetable.
INEC Chairman Reacts to Earlier Reports
Speaking at the briefing, Prof. Amupitan described the earlier circulating reports as inaccurate, stressing that INEC was only now formally releasing the official election schedule.
He explained that the release of the timetable was done in line with the provisions of:
The 1999 Constitution
The Electoral Act 2022 (as amended)
2027 Presidential Election Date
According to INEC, the Presidential Election will hold on:
📌 Saturday, February 20, 2027
Governorship, National Assembly & State Elections Date
INEC also announced that the remaining elections — including:
Governorship
Senatorial
House of Representatives
State Assembly
will hold on:
📌 Saturday, March 6, 2027
What This Means
The announcement marks the official start of preparations for the 2027 polls, as political parties, candidates, and Nigerians begin gearing up for the next general election cycle.
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