INEC Refutes False Reports on May 27 Voter Registration Resumption

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially denied circulating rumors that the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will recommence on May 27, 2025.

In a statement released on Sunday via X (formerly Twitter), Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, clarified that no date has been announced for the resumption of CVR or related services such as transfers and replacement of lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).

“The Independent National Electoral Commission wishes to inform the general public that it has not yet announced any date for the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration, Transfer and Replacement of lost Permanent Voters’ Cards,” the statement emphasized.

INEC urged Nigerians to disregard the viral message, noting it did not originate from any official source and should be regarded as false information. The commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and assured that any official updates will be communicated through verified social media channels and official platforms.

“In line with its tradition, the Commission will publicly announce the date for the resumption of the CVR at the appropriate time, the full details of which will also be shared via our official social media platforms,” Oyekanmi added.