INEC extends FCT ward-level voter registration by four days

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a four-day extension of the ongoing ward-level Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Originally scheduled to end on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the exercise will now continue until Sunday, October 12, 2025.

The decision was taken following a review of ongoing electoral activities at INEC’s third quarterly meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

According to the Commission, the extension aims to accommodate more eligible voters and sustain the encouraging level of participation recorded so far.

“As of October 7, 2025, a total of 55,346 new voter registrations had been recorded in the FCT, comprising 38,528 online pre-registrations and 16,818 completed physical registrations,” said Victoria Eta-Messi, INEC’s director of voter education and publicity, in a statement issued on Wednesday.

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She noted that the impressive turnout reflects increasing civic awareness among residents and the success of bringing the registration exercise closer to the grassroots.

Eta-Messi reaffirmed that the online pre-registration option remains suspended to allow pre-registered voters to complete their registration in person at designated centres, in line with the Electoral Act 2022.

“The Commission once again appeals to all eligible citizens who have not yet registered to take advantage of this extension,” she added.

“Registered voters who wish to transfer their registration to the FCT, or within the FCT, are also encouraged to do so. However, citizens are reminded that multiple registration is a punishable offence under the law.”

INEC further advised residents to visit its website or official social media handles for the list and addresses of registration centres, while appreciating the cooperation of FCT residents and the commitment of its field officials to ensuring a smooth and inclusive registration process.

Ruth Tene Natsa

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