INEC reopens nationwide voter registration Monday

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Tuesday announced the resumption of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration exercise for its third and final phase, set to commence on Monday, May 11, 2026, with completion scheduled for July 10, 2026.

In a press statement signed by its Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, the commission said, “The Independent National Electoral Commission wishes to inform the general public that the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration exercise will resume its third and final phase on Monday, 11th May 2027.”

The second phase of the exercise was suspended on April 17, 2026, to allow the commission to clean up the register after its publication for claims and objections by registrants.

According to INEC, the upcoming phase will provide another opportunity for eligible Nigerians to participate in the voter registration process.

The statement read, “The third phase of the CVR, which begins on Monday, 11th May 2026, will end on Friday, 10th July 2026.

“During this period, eligible citizens who have attained the age of 18, as well as those who were unable to register during the earlier phases, should seize this opportunity to do so.”

The commission also advised voters seeking changes or replacements of their voter details to make use of available channels.

It said, “Similarly, registered voters who wish to transfer their registration, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards, or correct their biodata, are advised to access the Commission’s dedicated online portal at https://cvr.inecnigeria.org or visit INEC state and local government area offices nationwide.”

INEC further disclosed plans for the public display of the voter register for verification and objections.

The statement noted, “In continuation of the process, the commission will display the register of voters for claims and objections from Thursday, 23rd July to Wednesday, 29th July 2026.

“This statutory exercise provides an important opportunity for citizens to scrutinise the register and assist the commission in ensuring its accuracy, completeness and credibility.”

Reassuring the public of its preparedness, the commission added, “The commission reassures Nigerians that all necessary arrangements have been concluded for the smooth conduct of the exercise.

“We once again appeal to all eligible citizens to present themselves for registration and to play their part in strengthening the foundation of our electoral process.”