2027
4 LAS News stories tagged “2027”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
House of Representatives summons INEC chair to brief on 2027 election readiness
The Nigerian House of Representatives has called INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan to appear before its Committee on Electoral Matters within seven legislative days to review preparations for the 2027 general elections, amid concerns over security, voter registration and potential delays.
LAS News Desk · 29 Oct 2026, 06:15 WAT · 3 sources
INEC to make preliminary voter register available online ahead of 2027 elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission will publish the preliminary register of voters on its website after a nationwide physical display, allowing wider public access while it processes claims and objections. The final register is expected in December 2026.
LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 07:45 WAT · 7 sources
INEC confirms Nigerians, not algorithms, will decide 2027 election
The Independent National Electoral Commission has said that artificial intelligence will support logistics and result verification but will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general election. The chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, explained the role of AI at the AI and Democracy Forum 2026 in Abuja.
LAS News Desk · 26 Oct 2026, 10:16 WAT · 2 sources
Baptist leader urges Nigerian youths to avoid electoral violence ahead of 2027 polls
A Baptist marshal warned Nigerian youths that politicians may recruit them for ballot‑box snatching and other election offences, urging them to reject inducements and highlighting the risks of arrest and imprisonment.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 06:15 WAT · 1 source