The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will release the timetable for the 2023 general elections once the Electoral Act Amendment Bill is signed into law.
INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, who disclosed this in Abuja during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with political parties, said INEC was encouraged by the Senate’s assurance of giving priority attention to the bill and President Buhari’s commitment to the quick passage of the bill, after necessary amendments.
The INEC Chairman also asked political parties to respect dates for Ekiti, Osun Governorship Election Primaries and the commission’s timetable and called for a transparent and proper exercise, in compliance with the schedule.
The INEC Chairman said primaries for electing candidates must take place in the constituency/states where the election will be held as required by law.
