INEC Announces Final Phase of Voter Registration Exercise

INEC Announces Final Phase of Voter Registration Exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the third and final phase of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will commence on May 11, 2026.

According to the Commission, the exercise will run until July 10, 2026, providing another opportunity for eligible Nigerians to register ahead of future elections.

INEC recalled that the second phase of the CVR was suspended on April 17, 2026, to allow for the clean-up of the voters’ register following its publication for claims and objections.

The Commission urged citizens who have recently turned 18, as well as those who missed earlier registration phases, to take advantage of the final window to register.

It also advised already registered voters seeking to transfer their registration, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), or correct personal details to visit its official portal or designated offices nationwide.

As part of the process, INEC disclosed that the provisional voters’ register will be displayed for public scrutiny from July 23 to July 29, 2026. The exercise is intended to allow citizens to raise claims and objections, ensuring the credibility and accuracy of the register.

The Commission assured Nigerians that all necessary arrangements have been put in place for a smooth and transparent exercise, calling on citizens to actively participate in strengthening the country’s electoral system.

The announcement was made by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, on May 5, 2026.

INEC Announces Final Phase of Voter Registration Exercise