Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC) has formally notified all registered political parties and their candidates that campaigns for the October 17, 2026, Local Government Elections will officially commence on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
The announcement was contained in a public notice signed by the Chairman of the Commission, Mamman Nda Eri, who stated that the commencement date aligns with the timetable and schedule of activities earlier released for the conduct of the council elections across the state.
KOSIEC urged political parties and candidates to strictly adhere to the approved campaign timetable and ensure that all campaign activities comply with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 and other guidelines issued by the Commission.
The Commission stressed that campaigns must remain issue-based, peaceful, and devoid of hate speech, violence, intimidation, and other forms of electoral malpractice.
According to the notice, political parties are expected to respect public order and security regulations, avoid inflammatory statements or actions capable of disrupting peace, comply with campaign finance regulations and reporting requirements, and ensure that campaign activities do not obstruct public infrastructure or violate environmental and sanitation laws.
KOSIEC further disclosed that security agencies and other relevant stakeholders have been fully engaged to monitor compliance with the rules and ensure a level playing field for all political participants throughout the electioneering period.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a free, fair, and credible local government election and called on all political actors to contribute positively to the democratic process in the state.
