INEC announces 20th February, 2027 for next Presidential Election.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the timetable for the 2027 General Elections, outlining key dates and activities leading up to the polls.

According to the electoral body:

🗳️ Election Dates

* Presidential and National Assembly Elections: Saturday, February 20, 2027

* Governorship and State Assembly Elections: Saturday, March 6, 2027.

📢 Campaign Periods

* Presidential & National Assembly Campaigns: November 18, 2026 – February 19, 2027

* Governorship & State Assembly Campaigns: December 15, 2026 – March 5, 2027

🧾 Electoral Activities Timeline

* Continuous Voter Registration (CVR): April 2026 – January 2027

* Display of Voter Registers: October 2026

* Collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs): December 2026 – February 2027

* Training of Ad-hoc Staff: December 2026 – February 2027

* Distribution of Sensitive and Non-sensitive Materials: February – March 2027

In preparation for the nationwide exercise, INEC has proposed a budget of ₦873.78 billion to fund the 2027 elections.

The announcement signals the formal commencement of preparations for what is expected to be another significant democratic process in Nigeria.

~ RealNaijaGist News Reporters