INEC Warns Against Premature 2027 Election Campaigns

INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu expressed concern over early political campaigns for the 2027 general election, violating electoral laws and democratic stability. Yakubu cited the Electoral Act, which prohibits campaigning before 150 days prior to polling day.

Premature campaigning makes it challenging for INEC to monitor campaign finance and undermines the commission's authority. The alarming trend of continuous campaign activities by political parties and candidates threatens the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria.