The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed reports that it has fixed a date for the Continuous Voter Registration exercise, as while as transfer and replacement of lost Permanent Voter Cards.
The dismissal was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi on Sunday.
Oyekanmi who described the report as untrue via post on x urged the public to disregard an anonymous message circulating online, which falsely claims that the CVR will resume on May 27, 2025.
He clarified that INEC has not announced any date for the resumption of these activities.
He said any information regarding the CVR will be made public through its verified social media platforms and other official channels.
“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.
