INEC Extends Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration, Introduces Full Online Registration

INEC Extends Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration, Introduces Full Online Registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended Phase III of the ongoing Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by two weeks and approved the deployment of a full online voter registration platform.

According to an official circular dated July 3, 2026, and signed by the Secretary to the Commission, Dr. Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the extension follows the Commission’s meeting held on July 2, 2026, where it reviewed the progress of the exercise.

The Commission said the voter registration, which was initially scheduled to end on July 10, 2026, will now continue from July 11 to July 26, 2026, including weekends and public holidays, to allow more eligible Nigerians to register.

INEC also announced the introduction of a full online voter registration platform, enabling prospective voters to begin and complete their registration process online without visiting any Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) centre.

The Commission noted that all necessary logistics for the extension have been approved, including special allowances for Registration Officers (ROs) required to work during weekends.

Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) across the country have been directed to take note of the extension and ensure full compliance with the Commission’s directive.

The move is expected to increase voter participation by making the registration process more accessible and convenient ahead of future elections.