The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general elections.
The decision was reached on Friday, April 10, 2026, following a meeting between the Commission and Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), where key electoral matters were reviewed.
In a statement signed by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, INEC said the postponement was part of its strategic considerations ahead of the next general election cycle.
The Commission explained that the voter revalidation exercise remains a vital component of its constitutional mandate to maintain a credible and up-to-date National Register of Voters.
According to INEC, the exercise is designed to verify and update existing voter records, ensure the accuracy of personal data, eliminate duplicate and ineligible entries, and strengthen the integrity of the voter register.
INEC further noted that the process would also give registered voters the opportunity to confirm their details and make necessary corrections where required.
Despite the postponement, the Commission reaffirmed its commitment to delivering free, fair, credible, and inclusive elections across the country.
