Nigeria, Aug. 22 -- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that more than 505,906 Nigerians have completed their online pre-registration for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise within just five days of its commencement.

Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of INEC, shared this significant milestone on Friday, August 22, 2025, during the official launch of nationwide sensitization activities for the CVR in Abuja. He was represented by National Commissioner Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu.

"This impressive turnout is a testament to the eagerness of Nigerians to participate in the democratic process," Yakubu stated. "As of midnight on Thursday, August 22, over 505,906 citizens have pre-registered since the por...