2027 Nigerian Election Timetable
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the official schedule for the 2027 general elections under the Electoral Act 2026. NigeriaPolls provides baseline public opinion data to track sentiment through the campaign season.
Source: INEC Nigeria · Published under NigeriaPolls CC BY 4.0 data license
Presidential & National Assembly Elections
Nigerians elect the President, Vice President, and all 469 members of the National Assembly (109 Senators + 360 House of Representatives members).
This is the main event. NigeriaPolls' April 2026 Presidential Mood poll (n=3,102, ±1.8% MOE) provides the baseline for tracking sentiment shifts as campaigns unfold.
Governorship & State Assembly Elections
Elections for governors in 29 states (excluding 8 off-cycle states) and all State House of Assembly seats across 36 states.
State elections often reflect local dynamics distinct from national sentiment. NigeriaPolls' state-level data and the Governors directory provide reference context.
Key Dates & Deadlines
Official INEC calendar and related civic deadlines through the 2027 election cycle.
Track the Sentiment
NigeriaPolls provides independent public opinion data throughout the election cycle. The April 2026 Presidential Mood poll (n=3,102 across all 36 states) is the baseline — subsequent waves will track how sentiment shifts.
2027 Presidential Mood Poll
Baseline presidential election sentiment across all 36 states. n=3,102, ±1.8% MOE.
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