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Voters’ Registration: INEC Begins Second Phase January 5

By Mojisola Oladele

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Osun State, has announced the commencement of the second phase of the Continuous Voters’ Registration exercise.

A statement by Osun INEC Public Relations Officer, Mr. Musa Olurode on behalf of the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr. Mutiu Agboke stated that the exercise would commence on the 5th of January 2026.

Mr. Agboke urged all eligible voters in Osun State to take advantage of the exercise, as registration is a constitutional requirement for participation in elections.

The statement reads “ the Commission hereby informs the general public that the second phase of the “Continuous Voters’ Registration” , CVR Exercise will commence on Monday, January 5, 2026 across the state.”

This phase of the CVR is intended to provide an opportunity for eligible Nigerians who did not register during the first phase to do so. It is also open to citizens who have attained the age of 18, as well as registered voters who wish to apply for transfer of their PVCs, correction of personal details, or replacement of lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).” It adds

He expressed the readiness of the commission to conducting a transparent, credible, inclusive, and acceptable electoral process, in compliance with the Electoral Act and the commission’s guidelines.

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