The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections will be held on February 20, 2027, while governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are scheduled for March 6, 2027.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, made the disclosure during a press conference in Abuja on Friday, where he unveiled the commission’s official timetable and schedule of activities for the forthcoming general elections.
The announcement comes amid growing concerns over the delayed passage of the amended Electoral Act currently before the National Assembly.
Stakeholders have expressed apprehension that the delay could impact certain preparatory processes ahead of the polls.
INEC had earlier indicated on February 4 that it had completed work on the election timetable despite the uncertainty surrounding the amendment of the electoral law.
According to the commission, the proposed schedule has already been submitted to lawmakers for consideration.
However, the electoral body cautioned that some components of the timetable and scheduled activities may be subject to review depending on when the amended Electoral Act is eventually passed into law.
Further details are expected to be released by the commission in the coming days.
