INEC to Clarify Candidate Nominations Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will address candidate nomination issues on October 6, 2026, ahead of the 2027 general elections. This clarification follows a recent Supreme Court judgment regarding party membership and candidate nominations under the 2026 Electoral Act.
Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, announced that INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, will lead a press conference detailing the commission's preparations for the elections. The briefing will cover updates on the voters' register, candidate nominations, logistics, and measures to ensure electoral integrity.
The engagement aims to promote transparency and public communication, involving political party leaders, security agencies, members of the diplomatic corps, civil society organizations, observer groups, and other stakeholders. This meeting signifies INEC's commitment to transparency and collaboration within the electoral ecosystem, marking 100 days until the 2027 general election.
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