INEC Deadline Triggers New Round of Party Feuds Over 2027 Candidates

The Independent National Electoral Commission has set a firm deadline for parties to submit their candidate lists for the 2027 general elections. This move has intensified post-primary disputes across major political parties. Several parties now face allegations of parallel primaries, irregularities and ongoing court cases. Observers warn that party leaders must resolve these conflicts quickly to meet INEC’s timeline. INEC has emphasized that only candidates chosen through valid, lawful processes will be recognized. The deadline is likely to spark fresh litigation as aggrieved aspirants seek judicial remedies.

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