INEC commences media accreditation for 2027 general elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced online accreditation for journalists and media organisations wishing to cover the 2027 general elections.
The presidential and National Assembly elections are scheduled for January 16, 2027, while the governorship and Houses of Assembly polls are fixed for February 6, 2027.
INEC, in the notice issued on Friday, advised media organisations interested in the coverage of the election to visit https://imap.
According to INEC, the dedicated portal, which was opened on October 30 and would close at midnight on December 1.
The commission warned that late applications would not be accepted, saying the portal would shut down automatically at the deadline.
It advised interested media organisations to call 08063041332 or 08032861058, or send email to enquiries@gmail.comfor enquiries.
(NAN)
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