INEC Announces Final Deadline for Voter Registration Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced July 10, 2026, as the final date for eligible Nigerians to register for voting ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The electoral body said the third and last phase of the Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise will begin on Monday, May 11, 2026, across the country.
The announcement was contained in a statement released by the Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna.
According to the Commission, the exercise is part of efforts to ensure that all qualified Nigerians are captured in the voter register before preparations for the 2027 polls move into full gear.
INEC explained that the second phase of the registration exercise was suspended on April 17 to allow for the review and clean-up of records after the publication of claims and objections submitted by registrants.
The Commission said the final phase will run for two months and urged citizens who have attained the age of 18, as well as those who were unable to register during earlier phases, to seize the opportunity.
It stated, “The third phase of the CVR, commencing on Monday, 11th May 2026, will conclude on Friday, 10th July 2026.
“During this timeframe, eligible citizens who have reached the age of 18, as well as those who were unable to register in the previous phases, are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to register.”
INEC also advised already registered voters seeking to transfer their registration to new locations, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards, or correct personal details to make use of the Commission’s online portal or visit its offices in states and local government areas nationwide.
The Commission noted that following the close of registration, the voters’ register will be displayed for public scrutiny.
It added, “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 offers a significant opportunity for citizens to review the register and assist the Commission in ensuring its accuracy, completeness, and credibility.”
INEC assured Nigerians that all logistics and administrative arrangements have been concluded to guarantee a smooth exercise across the federation.
The Commission further appealed to citizens to actively participate, stressing that voter registration remains a critical step in strengthening Nigeria’s democratic process.
The fresh registration exercise is expected to draw significant participation, especially from first-time voters and Nigerians who recently relocated to new states or local government areas.
