The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned the members of the public to disregard the notice on social media and public space about the timetable for the 2027 general elections as fake and should be ignored.
The INEC on its verified X account today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026, made this disclosure public to Nigerians in a statement.
The statement read, “The Commission has NOT released any official timetable, schedule of activities, or dates for the 2027 General Elections. Any document or report claiming otherwise is fabricated.
“The details in the false article — including specific election dates, campaign periods, and party primary windows — are entirely speculative and without any official basis. They do not represent the plans or position of INEC.
“For accurate and official information, the public is urged to rely ONLY on INEC’s verified communication channels: ✓ Official Website: http://inecnigeria.org ✓ Verified Social Media:
@inecnigeria (X, Facebook, and Instagram) ✓ Official Press Statements and Bulletins issued directly by the Commission.
The general public, political parties, civil society organisations, and all stakeholders are strongly advised to ignore this misleading report.
“The Commission will make official announcements regarding the 2027 General Elections through the proper channels and at the appropriate time.
“INEC remains committed to transparency and will inform the nation in due course.”
