2027: INEC aligns party regulations with Electoral Act 2026 to safeguard polls’ integrity

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begun a technical review of its regulations and guidelines for political parties to align them with the Electoral Act 2026. The review is being led by INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, and involves national commissioners, directors, legal experts, and other stakeholders. A statement from Chief Press Secretary Adedayo Oketola said the workshop will conduct a clause‑by‑clause assessment of the 2022 framework. The alignment aims to strengthen party oversight, improve compliance, reduce pre‑election disputes, and boost public confidence ahead of the 2027 general elections. The process will continue with further revisions and implementation of the updated regulations.

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