Niger State Schedules Local Government Elections for November 2025

The Niger State Independent Electoral Commission has set November 1, 2025, for local government elections, with preparations having started on March 6. Important timelines include party primaries, candidate declarations, and campaign periods, with the commitment to conduct fair and credible elections.

The Niger State Independent Electoral Commission has announced the local government elections will take place on November 1, 2025, as revealed by Engr. Mohammed Jibrin Iman, the Commission Chairman, during an event in Minna. Preparations for the elections commenced on March 6, with the party primaries planned for March 15 to March 24. Following this, candidates’ particulars will be collected and declared between March 25 and April 2.

The announcement also detailed specific timelines for further election-related activities. Candidates’ credentials will be declared from April 3 to April 10, while personal particulars will be published from April 11 to April 18. The collection of nomination forms is set for April 19 to April 26, with political party submissions scheduled from April 27 to May 3. Election campaigns will begin on May 27 and conclude on October 31.

Engr. Iman assured all political parties that the electoral process would uphold a fair and equitable playing field, committing to a free, fair, and credible election conducted in accordance with Nigeria’s electoral laws.

In summary, the Niger State Independent Electoral Commission is preparing for local government elections scheduled for November 1, 2025. Key dates include party primaries, credential declarations, and nomination form submissions. The Commission emphasizes its commitment to conducting a fair electoral process, aiming for transparency and compliance with electoral laws to ensure credibility in the elections.

Original Source: dailytrust.com