Nigeria’s electoral commission has announced a massive voter registration drive across all 774 local government areas, with online pre-registration starting August 18 and physical registration beginning August 25. The year-long exercise will run until August 30, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM on weekdays (excluding public holidays).
Key Details:
✔ Online Locator: Live from August 17 at https://cvr.inecnigeria.org/locator
✔ Help Desks: Dedicated phone lines per state for assistance
✔ Same Process: Replicates 2022 registration system (online + in-person)
✔ New Parties: 151 associations now seeking political party registration
Why This Matters
• Opportunity for new voters (18+), relocated citizens, and PVC replacements
• Critical for 2027 general elections participation
• Tests INEC’s digital infrastructure ahead of major polls
What Next?
→ Aug 17: CVR center locator goes live
→ Aug 18: Online pre-registration opens
→ Aug 25: Physical registration begins
→ Post-Aug 16: INEC to shortlist qualified political parties
