INEC Completes Nine Activities for 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the completion of nine out of fourteen activities necessary for the preparation of the 2027 general elections. This update was provided by INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan, represented by Dr. Mohammed Haruna, the National Commissioner in charge of Information and Voter Education, during a youth engagement program in Abuja.

Haruna highlighted the significant progress made in implementing the electoral timetable, which includes the announcement of elections, political party primaries, and the publication of the voters' register and candidates' lists. He noted that the initial publication of candidates' names had led to complaints from some political parties regarding omissions and discrepancies.

INEC has invited these parties to submit petitions and is actively working to resolve the issues and finalize the candidates' list ahead of the elections. The commission has also increased the frequency of its meetings to assess preparations as the election date approaches.