DistantNews
Support us
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Nigeria /Elections & Politics

Nigeria's INEC Reminds Voters Registration Ends July 26, 2026

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources New plan
  • The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is reminding eligible Nigerians that the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will close on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
  • Prospective voters can complete their registration online or visit designated centers for physical assistance, with centers open daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • The CVR exercise is a key part of INEC's preparations for the 2027 general elections.

Nigeria's electoral body is urging citizens to register to vote before the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise concludes on Sunday, July 26, 2026. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) emphasized that eligible voters can finalize their registration through its online portal or by visiting physical registration centers nationwide.

INEC stated that all registration centers will operate daily, including weekends, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until the deadline. For those needing assistance, the commission encourages visits to any of its state or local government area offices, or designated centers.

Your future wonโ€™t wait. Neither should you. The Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise ends Sunday, 26 July 2026.

โ€” Independent National Electoral CommissionThe commission's reminder about the CVR deadline.

The CVR exercise is crucial for INEC's preparations for the upcoming 2027 general elections. It aims to ensure all eligible Nigerians and those needing to update their voter information are accurately included in the national register of voters.

You can complete your voter registration online from start to finish via cvr.inecnigeria.org. If you need assistance, visit any INEC State Office, LGA Office, or designated registration centre to complete your registration in person.

โ€” Independent National Electoral CommissionInstructions for voter registration.
DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.