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2027: INEC begins distribution of non-sensitive election materials

Nigeria’s electoral body, INEC, has begun distributing non-sensitive materials to some states ahead of the 2027 general elections, a commissioner has said. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-inec-begins-distribution-of-non-sensitive-election-materials/

2027: INEC begins distribution of non-sensitive election materials

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has started distributing non-sensitive election materials to certain states in preparation for the 2027 general elections. Prof Rhoda Gumus, the INEC National Commissioner, announced this during a meeting with a delegation from Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission in Abuja.

The commission has completed nine scheduled activities and is intensifying preparations following an assessment of its readiness across the six geopolitical zones. The assessment aimed to evaluate preparations, identify challenges, and determine areas requiring attention. Gumus stated that all non-sensitive materials are almost ready and have been distributed to some zones.

The production of Permanent Voter Cards has been completed, with most states receiving the first and second batches, and collection is ongoing. INEC is also conducting capacity-building exercises for personnel to improve their readiness for the electoral exercise. The commission is in the process of procuring and deploying the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System.

Regarding the possibility of introducing aspirant voting, Gumus explained that the commission could not proceed without an amendment to the Electoral Act.

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