Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a consequential adjustment to the campaign timeline for the Osun State governorship election, following the earlier shift in the election date.
National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, in a press statement on Thursday, said the deadline for political campaigns in the state has now been fixed for midnight on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
The adjustment comes on the heels of INEC’s decision, announced on February 26, 2026, to move the Osun governorship election forward by one week, from August 8 to August 15, 2026, as part of revisions to the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Election.
INEC explained that the new campaign deadline aligns with the provisions of the Electoral Act, which mandates that political campaigns must end 24 hours before election day.
“As a result of this adjustment, the last day for political parties’ campaigns in the state is now midnight on Thursday, August 13, 2026, in line with Section 98(1) of the Electoral Act 2026,” the statement read.
The Commission called on political parties, candidates, and other stakeholders to take note of the revised timeline and ensure full compliance.
“The Commission urges all political parties, candidates, and stakeholders to strictly adhere to the revised timeline,” it stated.
INEC reaffirmed its commitment to upholding electoral integrity, stressing its resolve to deliver a credible process.
“INEC remains committed to the conduct of free, fair, credible and inclusive elections,” the statement added.