The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit their lists of candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly Elections.
All political parties were given until midnight on Tuesday, 14 July 2026 to submit their candidates.
The original deadline of Saturday, 11 July 2026, was extended following an appeal by the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) on behalf of parties that were unable to upload their candidates' names and personal particulars within the scheduled timeframe.
INEC urged all political parties to take advantage of the extended window and ensure all required details are uploaded before the new deadline expires.
INEC said:
"PRESS RELEASE
"EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF LIST OF CANDIDATES BY POLITICAL PARTIES
"The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the extension of the deadline for submission of lists of candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly Elections, by political parties.
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"The deadline for submission in the Revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election being Saturday 11th July 2026 has been extended to midnight on Tuesday 14th July, 2026.
"The decision to extend was based on appeal by the Inter-Party Advisory Council, on behalf of political parties who were unable to upload the names and personal particulars of their candidates within the scheduled timeline.
"The extension underscores the Commission's commitment to ensuring inclusivity in its practices, while acting within the ambit of the law.
"The Commission enjoins political parties to take advantage of this window of opportunity and ensure that all necessary details are uploaded before the expiration of the new deadline.
"Mohammed Kudu Haruna
National Commissioner & Chair, Information & Voter Education Committee
12th July, 2026."
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