The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced Saturday, June 20, 2026, as the date for conducting bye-elections across six states.
In a statement released on Thursday, INEC disclosed that its chairman, Joash Amupitan (SAN), made the announcement during a brief event at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja while receiving a newly appointed national commissioner.
He explained that the bye-elections will be held alongside the Ekiti State governorship election already scheduled for the same day.
According to him, the polls will fill vacant senatorial seats in Enugu State, Nasarawa State, Rivers State, and Ondo State.
In addition, elections will be conducted to fill a State House of Assembly seat in Kebbi State and a House of Representatives seat in Kano State.
INEC noted that the move is part of preparations for upcoming off-cycle elections, ensuring that all vacant legislative positions are filled promptly.