INEC to Conduct Mock Election on November 28, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is preparing for a nationwide mock accreditation and voting exercise scheduled for November 28, 2026, as part of its readiness for the 2027 general elections. This exercise aims to test the commission’s upgraded electoral technology and new safeguards following controversies from the 2023 elections.

Key areas to monitor include the efficiency of the newly upgraded Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), which has reduced the maximum number of registered voters per device from 1,250 to 850. The exercise will also assess the timely transmission of results to INEC’s Result Viewing Portal (IReV), the portal's ability to handle election pressure, and the prevention of inaccuracies in result uploads.

Additionally, logistics will be a focus to ensure that electoral officials and materials arrive on time. The mock election is crucial for restoring confidence in the electoral process and addressing past weaknesses.