The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will resume on Monday, May 11, 2026, marking the commencement of its third and final phase.
In a press statement issued on May 5, 2026, the Commission said the second phase of the exercise was suspended on April 17, 2026, to allow for “the cleanup of the register after its publication for claims and objections by registrants.”
INEC disclosed that the final phase of the CVR will run for two months, concluding on Friday, July 10, 2026. It urged eligible Nigerians who have attained the age of 18, as well as those yet to register, to take advantage of the opportunity.
“The third phase of the CVR, which begins on Monday, 11th May 2026, will end on Friday, 10th July 2026,” the statement read. “During this period, eligible citizens who have attained the age of 18, as well as those who were unable to register during the earlier phases, should seize this opportunity to do so.”
The Commission also advised voters seeking to transfer their registration, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), or correct their personal details to use its online platform or visit designated offices nationwide.
“Registered voters who wish to transfer their registration, replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), or correct their biodata are advised to access the Commission’s dedicated online portal at https://cvr.inecnigeria.org or visit INEC State and Local Government Area offices nationwide,” it stated.
INEC further announced that the Register of Voters will be displayed for public scrutiny after the exercise, as part of statutory procedures aimed at ensuring credibility.
“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,” the statement added. “This provides an important opportunity for citizens to scrutinise the register and assist the Commission in ensuring its accuracy, completeness and credibility.”
Reassuring Nigerians of its preparedness, INEC said all arrangements had been concluded for a smooth exercise.
“The Commission reassures Nigerians that all necessary arrangements have been concluded for the smooth conduct of the exercise,” it said, urging citizens to participate actively in strengthening the country’s electoral process.
The statement was signed by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee.
