No Reasons as INEC Postpones Nationwide Voter Revalidation Exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its scheduled nationwide revalidation exercise without giving concrete reasons for the action, news.ng reports.

This news platform reports that the exercise was scheduled to commence on Monday, April 13, 2026.

In a statement issued Friday evening by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, the decision was made during a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) on Friday.

According to the statement, the exercise will be held after the 2027 general elections.

The commission reaffirmed its commitment to conducting free, fair, and credible elections.

According to the statement, “The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) held a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) today, Friday, 10th April 2026, during which, among other issues, the proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise was considered.

“Following deliberations, the Commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after the 2027 General Election.

“The voter revalidation exercise is a critical component of the Commission’s mandate to maintain a credible and up-to-date National Register of Voters. It is designed to verify and review existing voter records, ensure the accuracy of personal data, eliminate duplicate and ineligible entries, and strengthen the overall integrity of the voter register. The exercise also aims to provide an opportunity for registered voters to confirm their details and make necessary corrections where required.

“INEC remains committed to the conduct of free, fair, credible, and inclusive elections.”