The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has resumed the second phase of its nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, as part of efforts to expand the country’s voter database ahead of future elections.

The commission disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by its National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mr Sam Olumekun.

According to him, the second phase of the exercise, which commenced nationwide on Monday, is designed to capture eligible Nigerians who were unable to register during the earlier phase, as well as those who have attained voting age or require transfer, correction or replacement of their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).

Olumekun explained that the registration exercise would take place at INEC local government area offices across the 774 LGAs in the country, as well as designated registration centres approved by the commission.

He said the exercise would run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, excluding weekends and public holidays.

“The resumption of the second phase of the CVR underscores the commission’s commitment to inclusivity and the consolidation of Nigeria’s democratic process.

“All eligible Nigerians who have attained the age of 18, as well as those seeking to update their voter information, are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity,” Olumekun said.

The INEC spokesperson noted that the commission had deployed additional registration machines and trained personnel nationwide to ensure a smooth and hitch-free exercise.

He also assured that adequate security arrangements had been put in place in collaboration with security agencies to safeguard INEC officials, equipment and prospective registrants.

Olumekun urged citizens to conduct themselves peacefully and avoid multiple registrations, warning that such acts were offences punishable under the Electoral Act.

He further advised applicants to verify the details captured during registration to avoid errors that could affect the issuance of PVCs.

Meanwhile, some prospective registrants who spoke with the
According to the reports at various registration centres in Abuja expressed satisfaction with the process, describing it as orderly and faster compared to previous exercises.

One of them, Mr Sadiq Mohammed, said the process was seamless and commended INEC for improving logistics and manpower deployment.

“I arrived early and the registration was completed within a short time. The officials were professional and helpful,” he said.

Another registrant, Miss Blessing Okafor, urged INEC to sustain the exercise and ensure that PVCs were issued promptly to registrants.

INEC reiterated that the commission would continue to sensitise Nigerians on the importance of voter registration and participation in the electoral process, adding that updates on the exercise would be communicated through its official channels.