The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide. The third and final phase will run from Monday, 11 May 2026, to Friday, 10 July 2026. This follows the suspension of the second phase on 17 April 2026, which enabled the commission to conduct a cleaning of the voter register after the claims and objections period.
Eligible citizens who have turned 18, as well as those who missed earlier registration windows, are urged to register. The window also allows registered voters to transfer their registration, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), or correct personal biodata. These services can be accessed through INEC's online portal or at state and local government offices.
After the registration period, the Register of Voters will be displayed for claims and objections from Thursday, 23 July to Wednesday, 29 July 2026. This statutory process allows citizens to review the list and help ensure the accuracy of the database.
INEC's Information and Voter Education Committee Chairman, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, stated that all necessary logistical arrangements have been finalised for a smooth rollout across the country. The commission described the CVR as a vital step in strengthening Nigeria's electoral foundation and stressed that maintaining an accurate voter register is a collective responsibility.
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