The Independent National Electoral Commission has decided to publish the preliminary register of voters for the 2027 general elections online following concerns from Nigerians and other stakeholders over its accessibility.
The commission announced the decision on Monday, saying the register, which was displayed physically at registration areas nationwide from October 9 to 15.
In a statement, the Chairman of INEC’s Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, said the move was aimed at promoting transparency, accessibility and public confidence in the electoral process.
“Accordingly, and in furtherance of its commitment to transparency, accessibility and public confidence in the electoral process, the Commission has decided to make available on its online platform https://display.inecnigeria.org the same Preliminary Register of Voters earlier displayed at the Registration Areas,” the statement read.
The decision followed calls from Nigerians and other stakeholders for the register to be made available online in addition to the physical display conducted by the Commission.
