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• (Throwback) 2027 election - Senate Amends Electoral Act to Grant INEC Timetable Flexibility Amid Ramadan Concerns

The Senate has officially amended Clause 28 (1) of the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill 2026, providing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with the necessary legal flexibility to adjust the 2027 general election timetable.

The legislative adjustment follows widespread concerns that the previously announced election dates would clash with the Ramadan fasting period, a conflict highlighted by various stakeholders and civic leaders.

The amendment reduces the mandatory notice period for elections, allowing INEC to shift the polling dates forward to avoid religious and logistical overlaps:

Previous Requirement: INEC was mandated to publish a notice of election no later than 360 days before the polls.

New Amendment: The notice period is now set to no later than 300 days, giving the Commission the “buffer” required to move the February and March 2027 dates.

The motion for rescission and re-committal was moved by Senate Leader Bamidele Michael Opeyemi (Ekiti Central) and seconded by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on INEC, Senator Simon Lalong (Plateau South).


In addition to the timetable flexibility, the Senate deliberated on the contentious Clause 60(3) regarding the transmission of election results.

Following a call for division by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South), the Senate voted to maintain its position allowing for both electronic and manual transmission. The tally resulted in:

55 Votes: In favor of the dual (electronic and manual) transmission model.

15 Votes: In favor of the House of Representatives’ version, which advocates for “real-time” electronic transmission only.

This amendment effectively empowers INEC to reconsider its earlier announcement, which had slated the Presidential and National Assembly elections for February 20, 2027, and governorship polls for March 6, 2027.

By granting this flexibility, the Senate aims to ensure an inclusive electoral process that respects the religious observations of millions of Nigerians.

https://naltf.gov.ng/senate-amends-electoral-act-to-grant-inec-timetable-flexibility-amid-ramadan-concerns/

Why can't they also amend the electoral act now and make electronic transmission of polling unit election results to iRev portal compulsory?

Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court yesterday. The same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

TimeManager:
Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court, the same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

Why are you crying and ganishing teeth?? The pain will too much for your health ooo.. Pele

Useless senate wey no get shame

The part forbidden cross carpeting should be amended. People should be free to decamp to any party of their choice if they suffer injustice or rigged out in the primaries

I just dey laugh people shouting massive defection yesterday.

This is a rubbish accentment. Damn to any religious clashing citation. If it falls on 25th go out and vote. Christ is the king always

Afterthought. But at least, it's better late than never

We shall be here to laugh.

hegelian:
Why are you crying and ganishing teeth?? The pain will too much for your health ooo.. Pele

What's "garnishing teeth" I have been seeing this nonsense for some days now from you at first I thought it was a typo and ignored but it's obvious you are oblivious of your inconsistent vocabulary.....I know it was unintended but I advise you correct yourself.

Are Muslims not sighting moon again before commencing ramadan, how do they know it will clash with ramadan?

What were they thinking initially when the dates were fixed?
Shouldn't they have considered all possible scenarios?

No need, the elections won't favour millions of Nigerians; yes, it has been rigged with no compulsory electronic transmission of results and abolition of manual results.

Senate moves very fast when it comes to rubbish.
If na wetin go benefit the masses, they will send to committee and start twerking and shii

Nairalanders don't read. Una no see Throwback

Emilokan is after our life.

They didn't see it

Na to rush type them sabi.

Mitsurugi:
Nairalanders don't read. Una no see Throwback

hegelian:
Why are you crying and ganishing teeth?? The pain will too much for your health ooo.. Pele

What many of you don’t realize is that it’s a win-win situation for the APC.

Check my signatures for Free Friday giveaway

People wey go wail go still wail, na destiny.

TimeManager:
Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court yesterday. The same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

Read again and again to know the part of the act that was amended. Sorry

TimeManager:
Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court yesterday. The same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

Where did you see any opposition crying
Go and sit down one place Mr man so that thunder won't be stressed too much in performing it's duty.
Stop applauding nonsense all in the name of politics

[quote author=Lithiumite post=139486600]What's "garnishing teeth" I have been seeing this nonsense for some days now from you at first I thought it was a typo and ignored but it's obvious you are oblivious of your inconsistent vocabulary.....I know it was unintended but I advise you correct yourself.


I believe he means gnashing of teeth...and will be correct in that regards. 🤣😜

[quote author=Inosky post=139486635]No need, the elections won't favour millions of Nigerians; yes, it has been rigged with no compulsory electronic transmission of results and abolition of manual results.

Then there will multiple deaths.😰😭

Good one. Our senators are working for themselves

TimeManager:
Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court yesterday. The same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

I am not surprised at your deposition, However if you had read the FHC judgement Inec order contravenes the Constitutional provision which is superlative

Go to any court, the constitution remains the same, if you contradict the constitutional provision No court can overlook it

It's just a Shame that since Amupitan's appointment a whole " Prof. law" .. his decisive steps are founded to contradict the constitutional law, it's shameful when you mix professionalism with politics

TimeManager:
Opposition rejoiced too quickly, Lol. The Appeal Court is going to throw the earlier ruling of the federal high court into the dustbin.
And as I can remember, it was the same opposition led by Atiku Abubakar that first came out to accuse INEC of scheduling the election which would clash with the period of Ramadan. So, why are the opposition now crying after the Senate and INEC had done the needful?.
Opposition are inconsistent bunch, they say one thing today and change the goal post tomorrow. I was amazed seeing them hailing the court yesterday. The same court they say was in the pocket of Tinubu.. clowns.

-Kiss the truth!

I don’t understand you bro. Which judgement are you talking about? Do you mean the one that APC came up with to prevent free movement of their members? I agree with you on that. APC is an occultic movement, you can’t know their secrets and say you want to move to another party. It’s just like secret cult in higher institutions. Once you want to leave, you might not witness the next day alive

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