By Hajara Abdullahi
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced February 20, 2027, as the date for the forthcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections.
This was disclosed by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during a news conference held in Abuja on Friday.
According to Amupitan, the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are scheduled to take place on March 6, 2027.
The announcement comes amid growing concerns over the delayed passage of the amended Electoral Act currently before the National Assembly.
INEC had earlier stated that it had completed all arrangements for the schedule of activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Commission also revealed that it had submitted its timetable to lawmakers but cautioned that certain aspects of the schedule might be affected depending on when the amended Electoral Act is eventually passed.