The Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC) has issued an updated timetable for the 2026 Local Government Elections, now set for September 1, 2026. PLASIEC Chairman Plangji Cishak explained that the changes are driven by legal, administrative and operational considerations intended to ensure a credible and inclusive electoral process.
Speaking at a briefing in the Commission’s headquarters in Jos, Cishak stressed the importance of transparency, excellence and stakeholder inclusiveness. He outlined the key milestones leading up to the polls: party primaries will be held from January 12 to 30, 2026; the collection and submission of nomination forms will occur between February 2 and March 2, 2026; candidates’ particulars will be published on March 7, 2026; and candidate screening and verification will take place from March 11 to 16, 2026. The final list of candidates is slated for publication on March 30, 2026, with campaign activities beginning on March 31 and concluding on August 30, 2026.
Cishak urged all stakeholders to engage constructively and ensure the public receives accurate information about the electoral process. The revised schedule marks a significant development in the run‑up to the elections, which are expected to attract close attention given the pivotal role of local governance in Nigeria’s federal system. Political parties, candidates and other participants will need to adjust their preparations to the new timeline. As the process unfolds, the Commission’s commitment to transparency, excellence and inclusiveness will be essential for the credibility and success of the elections, which will be closely monitored by both the international community and local observers as a vital component of Nigeria’s democratic framework.
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