The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed a fake public notice circulating on social media that purports to list candidates from the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Federal House of Representatives elections in Lagos State for the upcoming 2027 General Election.
In a statement on its verified X account, INEC characterized the notice as fraudulent, deceptive, and completely unauthorized, emphasizing that it did not come from the Commission.
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INEC noted that it had been alerted to the misinformation falsely portraying itself as an official announcement regarding APC candidates for the House of Representatives elections in Lagos State.
The Commission firmly denied any connection to the document and urged Nigerians to ignore it.
“To clarify, the Commission has neither authorized nor issued any such notice,” INEC stated.
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Additionally, INEC explained that the document did not originate from any of its recognized channels or established protocols, highlighting that the signature on the notice was forged and not that of the Commission’s Secretary.
INEC cautioned political parties, stakeholders, media representatives, and the public against relying on unverified information, especially as political activities ramp up in the lead-up to the next general elections.
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The Commission reiterated that all official announcements regarding electoral matters will be communicated solely through its authorized platforms and channels.
This clarification comes in response to the increasing circulation of election-related materials on social media, raising concerns over misinformation and attempts to mislead the public.
INEC reassured Nigerians of its dedication to transparency, credibility, and the prompt dissemination of accurate information, encouraging citizens to verify all election-related updates through official sources before sharing or acting on them.
The Commission reiterated its commitment to protect the integrity of the electoral process as a top priority and promised to continue providing reliable information regarding all electoral activities nationwide.
