The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports circulating online suggesting that the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will resume on May 27, 2025.

In a statement issued on Sunday, May 4, 2025, Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, clarified that the Commission has not announced any date for the resumption of voter registration or related services such as the transfer and replacement of lost Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs).

He urged the public to disregard the “fake and anonymous” information being shared on social media and other platforms.

“The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) wishes to inform the general public that it has not yet announced any date for the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), Transfer and Replacement of lost Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs),” the statement read.

Oyekanmi assured that, in line with INEC’s tradition, an official announcement will be made at the appropriate time through the Commission’s verified channels.

This clarification comes amidst growing anticipation over the resumption of the CVR exercise ahead of forthcoming off-cycle and general elections.