BREAKING: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

Author: Ifreke InyangPublished on: April 10, 2026Country: Nigeria

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BREAKING: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of the proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise. This decision follows a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioners on April 10. The exercise, aimed at verifying and updating the National Register of Voters, will be postponed until after the 2027 General Election.

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