The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a two-week extension of the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, moving the closing date from 10th July 2026 to Sunday, 26th July 2026.
The Commission disclosed this in a press statement signed by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chair, Information and Voter Education Committee (IVEC), dated 3rd July 2026.
According to the statement, the extension followed a review of the exercise and feedback received from the Commission’s State Offices, political parties, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders.
The National Commissioner noted that the CVR exercise commenced on 18th August 2025 and was originally scheduled to end on 10th July 2026.
He said the extension was designed to provide an additional opportunity for eligible citizens who are yet to register to be included in the Register of Voters ahead of future electoral activities.
Commissioner Haruna also announced the introduction of a self-service online registration option for eligible first-time voters, to take effect from Wednesday, 8th July 2026.
He explained that the new service would be available through the Commission’s dedicated CVR portal, cvr.inecnigeria.org, where a step-by-step guide has also been provided.
The National Commissioner stated that the self-service option would enable eligible citizens to initiate and complete their voter registration, including biometric capture, using their personal devices without visiting an INEC office physically.
He added that the system incorporates identity verification, biometric validation, and backend integrity checks to preserve the credibility and accuracy of the National Register of Voters.
The Commission urged eligible Nigerians who are yet to register to take advantage of the extended window and the new registration technology.
Commissioner Haruna reiterated INECs commitment to a credible, inclusive, and accessible voter registration process, and to the continued use of technology to improve citizens’ experience in the electoral process.
