2027 elections
6 leaders we track face an election in 2027.
Nigerian presidential election: January 16, 2027 (moved earlier by INEC to avoid Ramadan).
Nigeria allows two four-year terms; he is eligible for a second.
Next Polish parliamentary election must be held by late 2027.
Poland has no term limits for prime ministers; he previously served 2007–2014.
French presidential election: first round April 18, 2027, runoff May 2, 2027.
The French constitution limits presidents to two consecutive terms; this is his second.
Next Italian general election, expected by late 2027.
Italy has no term limits for prime ministers.
Argentine general election: October 24, 2027.
Argentina allows two consecutive terms; he is eligible to run again in 2027.
Next Spanish general election must be held by August 2027.
Spain has no term limits for prime ministers.