INEC Sets 2026 Guber Calendar: Ekiti Votes June 20, Osun August 8 – Full Timetable Revealed
INEC Unveils 2026 Gubernatorial Roadmap: Ekiti & Osun Vote Dates Fixed The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the official timetable for the Ekiti and Osun State governorship elections, scheduling both polls for 2026. Chairman Mahmood Yakubu confirmed the dates during the swearing-in of six new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in Abuja, citing legal obligations to publish notices 360 days ahead. Key Election Dates Ekiti State: Election Day: Saturday, June 20, 2026 Party Primaries: October 20 – November 10, 2025 Nomination Portal Closes: December 22, 2025 (6:00 PM) Final Candidate List: January 18, 2026 Campaign Window: January 21, 2026 – June 18, 2026 Osun State: Election Day: Saturday, August 8, 2026 Party Primaries: November 24 – December 15, 2025 Nomination Portal Closes: February 9, 2026 (6:00 PM) Final Candidate List: March 9, 2026 Campaign Window: March 11, 2026 – August 6, 2026 Legal Framework […]