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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has firmly denied reports circulating in certain circles that the commission has issued the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election.

INEC clarified that this information is inaccurate and misleading, emphasizing that it has not published any timetable or schedule of activities for the 2027 General Election.

The commission reiterated its commitment to operating strictly within the legal framework, specifically referencing Section 28(1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, which mandates that the Commission must publish a Notice of Election no later than 360 days before the date set for a general election.

“Any timetable or schedule released outside of this statutory framework cannot originate from INEC,” stated a release signed by Adedayo Oketola, CPS/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman.

INEC assured citizens that the official Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election will be announced in due time, fully adhering to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), and the Electoral Act, 2022.

“Once released, it will be communicated through the commission’s established and verified channels,” the statement added.

The commission urged the public and media to disregard the false reports and to consistently rely on information from INEC's official platforms for accurate and authoritative updates.

What has INEC said about the reports on the 2027 General Election timetable?

INEC has categorically denied the reports, stating that no timetable or schedule for the 2027 General Election has been released and that the information is false and misleading.

When will INEC release the official timetable for the 2027 General Election?

INEC has assured that the official timetable and schedule will be released in due course, in full compliance with the law.

How can the public get accurate information from INEC?

The public is encouraged to rely on INEC's official platforms for accurate and authoritative updates regarding elections.