The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised concerns over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s new timetable for the 2027 elections, claiming it could make it nearly impossible for opposition parties to field candidates.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, argued that the revised schedule, coupled with the Electoral Act 2026, imposes stringent requirements that opposition parties may struggle to meet.
He explained that parties are now expected to:
- Submit a fully digitalized membership register across all 36 states within roughly 32 days.
- Notify INEC of their congresses or conventions while submitting these records.
Abdullahi said, “It is almost practically impossible for us to meet these requirements in such a short time frame. The rejection of the timetable is therefore tied to our broader opposition to the Electoral Act 2026.”
The ADC’s statement signals early friction with INEC ahead of the 2027 polls, highlighting fears that the new rules could favor incumbents and limit political competition in the country.
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