Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has flagged off its Mega Voter Registration Exercise in Lagos Central, as part of ongoing efforts to expand voter access and enhance citizens’ participation in the electoral process.
The flag-off ceremony, held at Ajele Sports Complex (Campos), Lagos Island, was led by the Resident Electoral Commissioner for @ineclagos State, Professor Ayobami Salami, alongside members of the Commission’s Management Team in the state.
The introduction of the Mega Centre is aimed at addressing the high volume of prospective registrants in densely populated urban areas, reducing congestion at regular registration points, and providing faster, more efficient services through the deployment of additional personnel and equipment. The initiative also seeks to bring registration services closer to citizens in strategic locations, thereby improving accessibility and overall voter experience.
The exercise, which commenced on Monday, 7th April 2026, is designed to provide eligible citizens with convenient access to a broad range of voter registration services. These include fresh registration for new voters, transfer of registration, update or correction of voter details, as well as replacement of lost or damaged Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).
Speaking at the event, Prof. Salami urged eligible residents, particularly first-time voters, to take advantage of the exercise to register and actively participate in Nigeria’s democratic process. He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to ensuring that no eligible voter is disenfranchised.
The registration exercise will run until Saturday, 12th April 2026, across designated centres, operating daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., as the Commission continues to deepen voter inclusion and strengthen the integrity of the electoral process.