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INEC Extends Deadline for Party Membership Register Ahead of 2027 Elections

 


INEC Extends Deadline for Party Membership Register Ahead of 2027 Elections


The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an adjustment to its timetable for the 2027 general elections, extending the deadline for the submission of political parties’ registers of members.


The decision followed concerns raised during a meeting between the Commission and political parties held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Parties had expressed difficulties with the earlier submission window, which was initially scheduled from April 1 to April 21, 2026.


In response, INEC approved a revised timeline to ensure compliance with the provisions of Section 77(4) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which mandates that party membership registers must be submitted at least 21 days before the conduct of primaries.


Under the new arrangement, political parties are now permitted to conduct their primaries within the window of April 23 to May 30, 2026. Consequently, the deadline for submitting party membership registers has been extended to May 10, 2026.


INEC emphasized that strict adherence to the updated schedule is crucial for the smooth conduct of the electoral process.


The statement was issued by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, on Friday, March 27, 2026.

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