The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has concluded plans to commence a 50-day rotational Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise across all wards in the state, beginning February 2, 2026. The initiative is part of preparations for the 2027 general elections and is aimed at expanding voter participation and reducing apathy.
The Lagos State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Prof. Ayobami Salami, disclosed this on Sunday while addressing stakeholders at a meeting on the second phase of the CVR. He said the exercise would allow eligible residents to register, transfer their registration, correct personal details, and replace lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), describing CVR as a key statutory responsibility of the commission.
According to Salami, the exercise will adopt a rotational approach across Registration Areas in all local government areas for 50 days, running from February 2 to April 10, 2026, before being centralised at local government offices from April 11 to April 17. He said the approach is designed to bring registration services closer to residents and improve efficiency.
The REC assured stakeholders that INEC had strengthened logistics, personnel deployment and technology to ensure a smooth and credible process, while urging political parties and other stakeholders to comply strictly with guidelines. He also called on civil society groups, the media, and community leaders to intensify voter education and mobilisation efforts across the state.