Nigeria, Feb. 14 -- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it is reviewing the concerns raised by Muslim faithful regarding the recently released timetable for the 2027 general elections.

INEC had in the timetable scheduled the presidential and National Assembly elections for Saturday, 20 February 2027 and the governorship and state Assembly elections for Saturday, 6 March 2027.

However, some Muslim faithful raised concerns about the election falling into a period when Muslims fast daily for an entire month -Ramadan.

In reaction, INEC said it has taken note of the concerns and will take appropriate steps to ensure that no one is disenfranchised.

In a statement by its National Commissioner, Chairman, Information and ...