2027: INEC Reschedules Presidential Election To January 16, Governorship Polls To February 6

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The Independent National Electoral Commission announced that the presidential and National Assembly elections will be held on Saturday, 16 January 2027, and the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections on Saturday, 6 February 2027. The dates were changed from the previously scheduled 20 February and 6 March to align with the Electoral Act 2026, which revised statutory timelines for pre‑election activities. INEC National Commissioner Mohammed Haruna said the adjustment follows the repeal of the 2022 Act and the enactment of the new law. The commission also outlined that party primaries will run from 23 April to 30 May 2026. The rescheduling is intended to ensure compliance with the updated legal framework and sets the timetable for upcoming electoral processes.

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Reported by 2 sources: Arise News, The Nation. Also confirmed by This Day. Also confirmed by Punch Nigeria, The Guardian Nigeria.