By Myke Uzendu, Abuja
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for the submission of lists of candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections from Saturday, July 11, to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
The Commission said the extension followed an appeal by the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) on behalf of political parties that were unable to upload the names and personal particulars of their candidates within the original timeline.
The decision was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna.
According to the Commission, the extension reflects its commitment to promoting inclusivity in the electoral process while operating within the provisions of the law.
INEC urged all political parties yet to complete the nomination process to utilise the additional period to upload the names and required particulars of their candidates before the new deadline expires.
“The extension underscores the Commission’s commitment to ensuring inclusivity in its practices, while acting within the ambit of the law,” the statement said.
The electoral body also advised political parties to take full advantage of the extension, warning that all submissions must be completed before midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
The submission of candidates is a key milestone in the Commission’s timetable for the 2027 General Election, paving the way for the publication of candidates’ particulars and subsequent stages of the electoral process.
