Nigeria INEC warns officials against partisanship, sets PVC collection date for 2027

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan cautioned field personnel to remain neutral and professional ahead of the 2027 elections, and announced a date for new Permanent Voter Card (PVC) collection. This is a routine administrative warning, but it signals early preparation for the electoral cycle. The credibility of the process will hinge on enforcement, which remains uncertain.