The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday amended bill, following a motion for rescission and recommittal moved by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central).
Bamidele explained that a post-passage review revealed the original 360-day requirement could force the 2027 elections into Ramadan, potentially impacting voter turnout, logistical operations, stakeholder engagement, and the process’s overall inclusivity and credibility.
The motion also addressed technical discrepancies in the bill’s Long Title and multiple clauses—including 6, 9, 10, 22, 23, 28, 29, 32, 42, 47, 51, 60, 62, 64, 65, 73, 77, 86, 87, 89, 93, and 143—affecting cross-references, serial numbering, and internal consistency.
The adjustments follow INEC’s earlier timetable announcement, which had tentatively set presidential and National Assembly polls for February 2027—a period coinciding with Ramadan.
The date prompted consultations with National Assembly leadership and public concerns from some Muslim stakeholders.
The bill, originally passed earlier in February 2026, had previously seen reductions in certain timelines such as to 180 days in initial versions,
The latest change reflects a targeted 60-day cut to accommodate religious and logistical sensitivities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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