The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the restoration of 22 previously suppressed State Constituencies across Benue, Delta, Jigawa, and Kogi States, paving the way for their participation in the 2027 General Elections.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Commission said the decision followed valid court judgments and was made pursuant to the powers vested in it by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), and the Electoral Act, 2026.

According to INEC, the restoration affects five constituencies in Benue State, six in Delta State, one in Jigawa State, and ten in Kogi State.

Restored Constituencies

Benue State (5)

Nyamatsor
Ukum Afia
Konshisha III (Shangev-Tiev)
Makurdi III (South East)
Gboko III

Delta State (6)

Aniocha North II
Ika North East II
Sapele II
Ethiope West II
Warri South West II
Warri North II

Jigawa State (1)

Aujara State Constituency

Kogi State (10)

Adavi East
Eika
Ajaokuta North
Bassa-Komu
Dekina Town & District
Ijumu II
Kabba-Bunu II
Koton Karfe II
Igalamgwa
Ogugu

To facilitate the nomination of candidates by political parties in the affected constituencies, INEC has scheduled party primaries to hold from June 16 to June 25, 2026.

The Commission stated that the primaries would be conducted exclusively for the restored constituencies and urged political parties to submit notices of their primaries before the exercise begins, in accordance with electoral regulations.

INEC further clarified that all other timelines and activities contained in the already published revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections remain applicable to the restored constituencies.

The development is expected to strengthen electoral representation in the affected areas and ensure that eligible voters in the restored constituencies fully participate in the 2027 electoral process. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.