The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the names of candidates for the 2027 governorship and state Houses of Assembly elections. The electoral commission also announced the suspension of Permanent Voter Card collection in Osun State ahead of the August 15 governorship election. INEC said PVC collection in Osun initially commenced at the Registration Area level from July 22 to 28. The commission reaffirmed its readiness to conduct the Osun governorship election scheduled for August 15. “INEC reassures the people of Osun State of its readiness to conduct a free, fair, credible and inclusive governorship election on 15th August, 2026,” the statement added.