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<p>By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa</p>
<p>The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified the basis for the dates fixed for the 2027 General Election, stating that the timetable was developed in strict compliance with constitutional and statutory provisions, even as it acknowledged concerns raised by stakeholders.</p>
<p>In a press statement issued on February 13, 2026, and signed by National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, the Commission said the election dates were determined in line with the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act 2022, and its Regulations and Guidelines for the Conduct of Elections.</p><div class="66gmTjrh" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>INEC recalled that its Regulations and Guidelines, in place since 2019, stipulate that presidential and National Assembly elections must hold on the third Saturday of February in a general election year, while governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are to take place two weeks later.</p>
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<p>“Election to the office of President and Vice President, as well as National Assembly, shall hold on the Third Saturday of February of any General Election year, while election to the Office of Governor and Deputy Governor and the State Houses of Assembly shall hold two (2) weeks thereafter,” the statement quoted from Paragraph 2 of the Regulations.</p>
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<p>Based on this provision, the Commission fixed Saturday, February 20, 2027, for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, and Saturday, March 6, 2027, for the Governorship and State Assembly elections.</p>
<p>The clarification follows public reactions to the announcement, particularly concerns that the February 20 date falls within the Ramadan fasting period observed by Muslims.</p>
<p>Responding to the criticism, INEC said it has taken note of the concerns and remains sensitive to issues that may affect participation and the smooth conduct of elections.</p>
<p>“Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Commission has taken due notice of concerns expressed by stakeholders regarding the coincidence of the scheduled dates with certain nationally recognised holidays and observances,” the statement read.</p>
<p>It added that consultations are ongoing and that the Commission may, where necessary, seek legislative intervention to address the issues raised, provided any adjustment remains consistent with constitutional and statutory requirements.</p>
<p>INEC reiterated its commitment to transparency, inclusivity and the credible conduct of the 2027 General Election, assuring Nigerians that the public would be duly informed of any further developments.</p>
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