The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begun the online accreditation of journalists and media organisations ahead of the Federal Capital Territory Area Council Election.

In a statement shared on the commission’s official X handle, the accreditation is aimed at vetting journalists and media organisations for the FCT polls scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The statement reads, “INEC has commenced online accreditation for journalists and media organisations intending to cover the FCT Area Council Election scheduled to hold on Saturday, 21st February, 2026.

The statement also called for Interested organizations wishing to deploy journalists for coverage to register via imap.inecnigeria.org.”

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The statement further clarified that the accreditation portal will open from Monday, December 15, 2025, and will close on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

INEC further stated that late submission will not be entertained as the portal will automatically shut down at exactly 12:00 am midnight on Sunday, 8th February, 2026.

Source: TVC