INEC to Bar Non-Compliant Parties from 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued a warning that political parties attempting to field candidates whose names were not included in the registers submitted to the commission will be prohibited from participating in the 2027 elections. This announcement follows a Supreme Court ruling on September 24, 2026, which upheld the constitutionality of specific sections of the Electoral Act 2026 and confirmed INEC's revised timetable for the upcoming general elections.
Mohammed Haruna, INEC National Commissioner for Information and Voter Education, stated that parties would not be allowed to substitute candidates who do not meet the registration requirements. He emphasized that the commission is cautious in its review process due to past instances of forgery regarding court judgments.
A definitive announcement regarding the implications of the Supreme Court ruling is expected from INEC by next Tuesday.
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