The Federal High Court in Abuja has voided the timetable for the 2027 general elections issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The ruling affects deadlines for party primaries, candidate submissions and replacements.
Justice Mohammed Umar delivered the judgment that nullified the INEC schedule. The decision has drawn immediate reactions from political groups.
The All Progressives Congress faces potential internal shifts. The African Democratic Congress stated that the verdict will push many members out of the APC.
The Uyo Liberation Movement called the ruling a game changer for 2027. It highlighted new opportunities for parties and candidates ahead of the polls.
