INEC CALLS ON LAGOS RESIDENTS TO TAKE PART IN THE SECOND PHASE OF VOTER REGISTRATION.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has called on eligible residents to participate in the second phase of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.
The call was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Lagos State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Ayobami Salami. INEC recently concluded the first phase of the nationwide voter registration exercise, which began on August 18, 2025, and ended on December 10, 2025.
Salami urged residents who are yet to register to take advantage of the second phase, which commenced on January 5, 2026, and is currently ongoing across all local government areas in the state, as well as at INEC’s state headquarters.
He reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to boosting voter participation, noting that the eligibility criteria and registration guidelines remain unchanged.
“We urge Lagos residents to make use of this opportunity to register and discharge their civic duty. From February 2026, the registration exercise will move to a rotational system across Registration Areas to improve access and convenience,” Salami said.
The REC added that INEC officials are fully prepared to conduct the exercise efficiently and transparently but expressed concern over the low turnout recorded so far.
He disclosed that the second phase of the CVR will run until April 17, 2026, warning that any form of disruption or misconduct at registration centres would not be tolerated.
“Relevant security agencies have been informed to ensure order and maintain a peaceful environment. The commission is committed to providing a safe and secure registration process for all eligible citizens,” he added.
INEC also announced that the third phase of the Continuous Voter Registration is scheduled to begin on May 4 and will run until August 17, 2026, ahead of the 2027 general elections.