Former presidential candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim says the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) election timetable for the 2027 general elections is unlawful and risks increasing political tension. Speaking in response to the timetable released by INEC, he warns that the schedule could destabilise party structures across Nigeria and deepen disputes within the political system. Olawepo-Hashim argues that the timetable’s compressed timeline creates pressure on stakeholders, which can translate into internal disagreements and heightened rivalry between party actors. Vanguard reports that he frames the timetable as a potential trigger for a wider crisis, while The Punch similarly highlights his criticism that INEC’s plan could fuel rising tension and undermine stability. The reports present his remarks as an alarm over how the sequencing and timing of electoral activities may affect political relationships and organisational cohesion within parties ahead of the 2027 elections. The articles do not include a direct response from INEC or other officials, focusing instead on Olawepo-Hashim’s concerns about the impact of the timetable.