The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finally released the timetable for the 2027 General Elections, and it’s packed with crucial dates you need to know.
Election Dates:
- Presidential and National Assembly Elections: Saturday, February 20, 2027
- Governorship and State Assembly Elections: Saturday, March 6, 2027
Campaign Periods:
- Presidential and National Assembly Elections:
- November 18, 2026 – February 19, 2027
- Governorship and State Assembly Elections: December 15, 2026 – March 5, 2027
OTHER KEY ACTIVITIES:
Continuous Voter Registration (CVR): April 2026 – January 2027
Submission of Candidate Lists: October 1-31, 2026
Publication of Final Candidate List: November 15, 2026
Party Primaries: July 1 – September 30, 2026. There’s also a proposal to amend the Electoral Act to move the elections to November 2026, but this is still pending.
