The Independent National Electoral Commission of Nigeria has dismissed claims about the start of voter card revalidation as false. These claims emerged on social media, suggesting that a specific date was announced for the process. INEC clarified that there is no confirmed date and urged the public to disregard these misleading reports.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has addressed false claims circulating on social media regarding the revalidation of voter cards ahead of the 2027 elections. It clarified that there is no official start date for this process, rejecting the misleading announcements that have emerged, notably on platforms such as Facebook.
The revalidation of voter information is part of a Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) initiative that enables registered voters to update their details in the electoral database. The procedure allows for online or in-person verification at designated CVR centers, but it is restricted to voters whose registrations are over five years old, and who have not revalidated in the last three years.
Misleading posts surfaced in March 2025, with snippets claiming that INEC had made an official announcement about the Voter Identification Card Revalidation Exercise. None of these posts specified the veracity of the claim, nor was there any confirmation from credible media sources.
On 4 March, INEC took to its official Facebook page to declare these claims erroneous, stating, “The report is untrue. The Commission has not announced any resumption date for the CVR. We appeal to the public to disregard the false narrative.” They have called for public awareness to counteract the misinformation, highlighting that there has been no official communication regarding the resumption of CVR activities.
In conclusion, the Independent National Electoral Commission of Nigeria has firmly refuted false claims regarding the revalidation of voter cards. As the country approaches the 2027 elections, it is crucial for voters to be informed and cautious about misinformation circulating on social platforms. INEC’s clarification emphasizes the importance of obtaining accurate information directly from official channels.
Original Source: africacheck.org
