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INEC warns against fake announcements of 2027 election postponement

Nigeria’s election commission warned that fabricated announcements about postponing the 2027 polls could mislead voters.

John Evans Yod, breakfast co-host and Kenya correspondentNews roundup presented by John EvansBreakfast Show reporter · Source reporting credited separately
INEC warns against fake announcements of 2027 election postponement
Image accompanying PUNCH’s report on INEC’s warning. · Photo: PUNCH

PUNCH reports that Independent National Electoral Commission chairman Joash Amupitan warned about false election-related announcements, including fabricated claims that the 2027 general election would be postponed.

The commission urged voters to verify election information through official channels. Any postponement claim should be treated as unconfirmed unless INEC issues it.

Source & context

This report is a summary prepared by Sky ABC Radio. Information may develop after publication.

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