INEC Revises Osun Governorship Campaign Deadline

INEC Revises Osun Governorship Campaign Deadline 

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has adjusted the campaign deadline for the Osun State governorship election, aligning it with the recently shifted election date.

INEC had earlier, on February 26, 2026, revised the electoral timetable and moved the Osun governorship election from August 8 to August 15, 2026, as part of broader scheduling adjustments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

In a statement issued on Thursday, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of Information and Voter Education, Mohammed Haruna, confirmed that political campaigns will now end at midnight on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

He explained that the adjustment complies with Section 98(1) of the Electoral Act, which mandates that all political campaigns must cease 24 hours before election day.

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INEC emphasised that all political parties, candidates, and stakeholders must strictly adhere to the updated timeline to ensure a smooth and credible electoral process.

The commission also reiterated its commitment to delivering free, fair, credible, and inclusive elections, urging parties to conduct issue-based campaigns and avoid actions capable of inciting tension.

The Osun governorship election is a key off-cycle poll expected to test INEC’s preparedness and operational capacity ahead of the 2027 general elections, with multiple political parties already gearing up for what is anticipated to be a closely contested race.

The adjustment of the campaign deadline is part of INEC’s broader efforts to maintain compliance with electoral laws while ensuring adequate time for logistical preparations and stakeholder coordination.

INEC Revises Osun Governorship Campaign Deadline