The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has refuted reports alleging that it has set a date for the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, as well as services like transfer and replacement of lost Permanent Voter Cards.
In a statement released on Sunday by Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, the commission described the circulating online message claiming the CVR would restart on May 27, 2025, as false and misleading.
INEC clarified that no official date has been announced for the resumption of these services.
The commission further stated that any legitimate update concerning the CVR would be communicated through its verified social media handles and official communication platforms.
“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 Commission therefore urges the public to disregard the fake, anonymous statement making the rounds, claiming that the CVR and other associated services will resume on 27th May 2025.
“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,” the statement read.
What you should know
INEC has not set a date for the resumption of voter registration or related services.
The commission urges Nigerians to ignore false messages and promises to announce official updates through its verified platforms.
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