2027 Polls: INEC finalises timetable, awaits new Electoral Act

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians of its preparedness for the 2027 general election, despite delays in the passage of the amended Electoral Act currently before the National Assembly.

The commission said it has completed work on the election timetable and schedule of activities, stressing that preparations for the polls are already on course.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, gave the assurance on Wednesday in Abuja during a meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs).

Amupitan disclosed that while INEC has made its submissions to the National Assembly on the proposed amendments to the Electoral Act, the timing of the law’s passage could still affect some aspects of the commission’s election schedule.

He noted, however, that until a new law is enacted, INEC has no option but to continue operating under the existing Electoral Act in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.

He reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to conducting credible, transparent and timely elections in 2027.