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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise ahead of the 2027 general elections by two weeks.
National Commissioner and Chairman of the Inform and Voter Education Committee, Mallam Mohammed Haruna, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
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According to Haruna, the exercise, which was originally set to end on July 10, has now been extended to Sunday, July 26, 2026.
In addition, INEC announced the introduction of a self-service online registration option for eligible first-time voters, effective Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Haruna said the extension followed a review of the exercise and feedback received from the Commission’s State Offices, political parties, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders.
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The CVR exercise commenced on August 18, 2025, and the extension is designed to provide an additional opportunity for eligible citizens who have yet to register to be included in the Register of Voters ahead of future electoral activities.
The new service will be available through the commission’s dedicated CVR portal at cvr.inecnigeria.org, where a step-by-step guide has been provided.
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Haruna explained that the self-service option would enable eligible citizens to initiate and complete their voter registration, including biometric capture, using their personal devices without visiting an INEC office.
The system incorporates identity verification, biometric validation, and backend integrity checks to preserve the credibility and accuracy of the National Register of Voters.
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The commission urged eligible Nigerians who have yet to register to take advantage of the extended window and the new registration technology.
Haruna reiterated INEC’s commitment to a credible, inclusive, and accessible voter registration process, and to the continued use of technology to improve citizens’ experience in the electoral process.
Nigerians are encouraged to visit the INEC portal or designated physical centres for registration.
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