In Nigeria, the 2027 general elections will be held on February 20, 2027, according to an announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The electoral body, responsible for conducting the polls, says the timeline will guide preparations across the country. It will serve as a reference point for the establishment of polling stations, the conduct of political campaigns, and the coordination of logistical operations.

With the date now fixed, attention is expected to shift toward political party primaries, voter mobilisation, and broader preparations for what is anticipated to be a closely watched electoral process.