2027 Presidential Election
INEC's final list names 18 presidential tickets for the election on 16 January 2027. To win in the first round a candidate needs the most votes and at least 25% in two-thirds of the states and the FCT.
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Party primaries (23 April – 30 May 2026)
30 May 2026
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Nominations submitted to INEC (27 June – 11 July 2026)
11 Jul 2026
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Campaigns open
19 Aug 2026
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INEC publishes the final list of candidates
12 Sept 2026
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Election day
16 Jan 2027
Election petitions tribunal
See pending challenges and certified rulings related to this race.