Pakistan's election commission extended the deadline for filing nomination papers for the February 8 general elections. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) issued a schedule for potential candidates to file nomination papers. The electoral watchdog accepted nomination papers from prospective candidates. The deadline was extended to accommodate requests from political parties. The process of filing nomination papers requires multiple details and documents. PML-N leader Ishaq Dar sought an extension in the deadline. PML-N Chief Organiser Maryam Nawaz Sharif is expected to contest elections and submit nomination papers.