The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable for the 2027 general elections. Here’s a breakdown of the key dates:

– Continuous Voter Registration (CVR): April 2026 – January 2027
– Registration of new voters
– Replacement of lost or damaged PVCs
– Transfer of voting locations
– Updates for individuals turning 18 years old
– Political Party Primaries: July 1 – September 30, 2026
– Select candidates for all elective positions
– Conduct congresses at ward, LGA, state, and national levels
– Submit outcomes of primaries to INEC within one week
– Submission of Candidate Lists: October 1-31, 2026
– Upload names of candidates and running mates via INEC’s online nomination portal
– Publication of Final Candidate List: November 15, 2026
– Election Campaigns:
– Presidential and National Assembly: November 18, 2026 – February 19, 2027
– Governorship and State Assembly: December 15, 2026 – March 5, 2027
– Election Dates:
– Presidential & National Assembly Elections: Saturday, February 20, 2027
– Governorship & State Assembly Elections: Saturday, March 6, 2027

Other key activities include:
– Display of Voter Registers: October 2026
– Collection of PVCs: December 2026 – February 2027
– Training of Ad-hoc Staff: December 2026 – February 2027
– Distribution of Election Materials: February – March 2027