INEC urges Nigerians to complete voter registration before July 26 deadline

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has called on eligible Nigerians to complete their voter registration before the Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise closes on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

The commission made the appeal in a public notice posted on its official X account on Saturday.

In the notice, INEC encouraged prospective voters not to delay, stressing that the registration window would close on the scheduled date.

“Your future won’t wait. Neither should you. The Continuous Voter Registration exercise ends Sunday, 26 July 2026,” the commission stated.

INEC said eligible Nigerians can complete the registration process online through its CVR portal or visit any designated registration centre for physical assistance.

The commission noted that those requiring support could also visit any of its state offices, local government area offices or approved registration centres across the country to finalise their registration.

According to INEC, all registration centres will continue to operate daily, including weekends, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. until the exercise concludes.

“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,” the commission added.

The Continuous Voter Registration exercise is part of INEC’s preparations for the 2027 general elections and provides an opportunity for eligible Nigerians, as well as registered voters seeking to update their details, to be included in the national voters’ register.