INEC Disowns Fake 2027 Election Timetable, Warns Nigerians Against Misinformation

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially disowned a widely circulated timetable purported to outline activities for the 2027 general elections, describing it as fake, misleading, and not authorised by the Commission.

INEC made this clarification amid growing public confusion triggered by the document, which has been shared extensively across social media platforms and political forums.

INEC Sets the Record Straight

According to the Commission, no timetable has been released for the 2027 general elections, stressing that any document suggesting otherwise did not originate from INEC.

The electoral body reiterated that:

• Preparations for the 2027 elections are still at preliminary stages
• Official schedules will only be released in line with the Electoral Act
• Any authentic timetable will come directly from INEC’s verified channels

INEC warned Nigerians against falling victim to misinformation designed to mislead voters and heat up the political atmosphere prematurely.

Why Fake Election Timetables Are Dangerous

Election-related misinformation is not a trivial issue. Analysts warn that fake timetables can:

• Confuse political parties and aspirants
• Mislead voters and civil society groups
• Create unnecessary political tension
• Undermine public confidence in the electoral process

INEC stressed that the spread of such false information poses a threat to democratic stability, especially as political activities ahead of 2027 begin to intensify.

Political Climate Already Heating Up

Although the next general election is still some distance away, Nigeria’s political space is already showing signs of early manoeuvring. Power blocs, interest groups, and online political actors are increasingly shaping narratives in anticipation of 2027.

Observers believe the fake timetable may be part of broader attempts to:

• Test public reaction
• Influence political conversations early
• Create confusion within party structures

INEC’s prompt response appears aimed at nipping potential chaos in the bud.

INEC’s Advice to Nigerians

The Commission urged Nigerians to:

• Rely only on information from INEC’s official platforms
• Verify election-related news through credible media outlets
• Avoid sharing unverified political content

INEC emphasized that safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy is a shared responsibility.

Conclusion

INEC’s rejection of the fake 2027 election timetable sends a clear message: Nigeria’s electoral process will not be driven by rumours, speculation, or social media fabrications.

Until an official announcement is made, Nigerians are advised to treat any purported 2027 election schedule as false.