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Updates on the Independent National Electoral Commission, elections, voter registration, polling processes, electoral reforms, political party compliance and other election-related developments in Nigeria.

INEC press release announcing extension of deadline for submission of party membership registers for the 2027 general election
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INEC extends deadline for submission of party membership registers to May 10

Commission says the adjustment aligns the submission window with the 21-day legal requirement before party primaries.

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INEC Chairman Prof Joash O. Amupitan speaking on election security ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections
INEC

INEC warns insecurity could threaten 2027 elections

INEC says disinformation, insecurity and falling voter turnout could undermine credible polls in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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INEC consults political parties on draft 2026 regulations ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria
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INEC Seeks Parties’ Input on New 2026 Election Guidelines

Draft framework targets party primaries, finance, inclusion and election compliance ahead of the 2027 polls.

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Destiny Young
Latest INEC News
Joash Ojo Amupitan Speaks on Electoral Integrity
Electoral Act

INEC Chair Amupitan Pledges Credible Elections

INEC Chairman Joash Ojo Amupitan has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to credible…

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INEC to Pilot 2026 Electoral Act in FCT Council Polls and State Bye Elections
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INEC Sets July 30, 2026, for Presidential Campaigns; August 30 for State Races in 2027 Timetable

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has mandated political parties to commence…

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INEC Chairman Cracks Down on Poll Delays as Commission Reviews FCT Elections and Prepares for 2027
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INEC Chairman Cracks Down on Poll Delays as Commission Reviews FCT Elections and Prepares for 2027

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash O Amupitan,…

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INEC to Pilot 2026 Electoral Act in FCT Council Polls and State Bye Elections
FCT Election

INEC Confirms Peaceful FCT Area Council Elections, Says Voter Turnout Improved

The Independent National Electoral Commission has confirmed the peaceful conduct of the…

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INEC to Pilot 2026 Electoral Act in FCT Council Polls and State Bye Elections
Bye Elections

INEC to Pilot 2026 Electoral Act in FCT Council Polls and State Bye Elections

In the FCT alone, more than 1.6 million registered voters are expected…

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