The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to reopen its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) portal in Akwa Ibom State, as preparations begin for the 2027 general elections.
The newly appointed Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC)
for Akwa Ibom, Mr Obo Effanga, revealed the timeline during his first media
briefing at INEC’s state headquarters in Uyo on Tuesday.
According to Mr Effanga, the online pre-registration portal
will go live on 18 August, allowing eligible voters to begin the process from
the comfort of their homes.
In addition to the online option, physical registration will
commence on 25 August at INEC offices across all local government areas in the
state.
Mr Effanga encouraged those who have already started the
online process to visit their local INEC office to complete biometric data
capture, including fingerprints and photographs.
The CVR exercise will also cater to individuals who:
- Need to correct personal details such as name or
address
- Wish to transfer their registration to a different polling
unit
- Have not yet collected their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs)
Mr Effanga issued a strong warning against multiple
registrations, noting that such actions could invalidate a voter’s record.
He emphasised that the process mirrors the system used prior
to the 2023 elections, combining digital convenience with in-person
verification.
Mr Effanga urged all eligible residents of Akwa Ibom to take
advantage of the registration window to ensure their voter information is
accurate and up to date ahead of the 2027 polls.
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