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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that political parties that fielded candidates whose names were not included in the membership registers submitted to the commission may be barred from participating in the 2027 general elections.
INEC National Commissioner for Information and Voter Education, Mohammed Haruna, disclosed this on Wednesday evening during an appearance on a television programme.
Haruna was reacting to the Supreme Court judgment affirming the constitutionality of Sections 77(5), 77(6) and 77(7) of the Electoral Act 2026.
The apex court also upheld INEC’s revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, reinforcing the commission’s position on compliance with the electoral law.
The warning signals possible consequences for political parties that fail to meet the statutory requirements governing membership registers and the nomination of candidates ahead of the elections.
