2027: We’ve started distributing non-sensitive materials to states – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it has commenced the distribution of non-sensitive materials to some states.

INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, made this known on Tuesday in Abuja at a national stakeholders’ meeting convened to mark 100 days to the 2027 general election.

He said that offshore production and fleets contracts have been awarded, and production is advanced for 57,000 new BVAS devices.

Amupitan added that delivery of new operational vehicles is ongoing nationwide, noting that civil works, construction of dedicated BVAS storage facilities, and local government area offices are progressing alongside nationwide office renovations.

“Some states have started receiving some non-sensitive materials ahead of the election, procurement for the printing of ballot papers and results sheets is nearly completed, and advancement towards the final contract awards.

“The contract for solar power installation across all the commission offices has been awarded to ICT infrastructure upgrades to critical ICT applications and core infrastructures have been implemented.

“The procurement department continues to monitor suppliers, contractors, and interdepartmental delivery schedules closely, so that all the procurement aligns with our statutory timelines,” he said.