Lagos INEC Announces Public Inspection of 2027 Election Candidates’ Credentials
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Lagos State has announced that it will begin the public display of the personal particulars and credentials of candidates contesting the 2027 presidential, senatorial and House of Representatives elections.
The disclosure was made in a statement issued by the Head of Voter Education and Publicity, Mrs Esther Emeh.
According to the statement, the exercise is being carried out in compliance with Section 29 of the Electoral Act 2022.
The display will take place at the INEC Lagos State Office in Sabo‑Yaba and at the respective Local Government Area offices covering the affected constituencies.
INEC said the documents to be shown include the credentials, personal particulars and affidavits submitted by candidates sponsored by political parties, specifically Form EC9.
The commission urged registered political parties, nominated candidates, stakeholders and members of the public to inspect the documents during the display period.
Individuals who suspect that any candidate has submitted false information or forged documents can seek legal redress under the provisions of the Electoral Act.
INEC encouraged all interested parties and members of the public to take advantage of the display exercise to scrutinise the submitted documents.
The electoral body reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability, promising to continue working towards the conduct of free, fair and credible elections.
