The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recorded an unprecedented surge in online voter pre-registration, with more than 6.2 million Nigerians signing up for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) within just six weeks of the exercise.
According to official data, states across the country have shown varying levels of participation. Borno State leads the registration chart with 682,805 applications, followed by Osun (599,363) and Lagos (555,442). Other states with high figures include Kebbi (472,662), Ogun (450,897), and Kaduna (376,054).
States such as Kogi, Kano, and Yobe also recorded significant numbers, while smaller states like Enugu (5,092) and Abia (5,225) reflected comparatively lower turnout.
Below is a summary of the top and lower-ranking states by online PVC pre-registration:
Top 5 States by Registration:
- Borno – 682,805
- Osun – 599,363
- Lagos – 555,442
- Kebbi – 472,662
- Ogun – 450,897
States with Lowest Registration Figures:
Enugu – 5,092
Abia – 5,225
Ebonyi – 6,935
Edo – 10,278
Ondo – 14,388
INEC officials described the turnout as “a positive indicator of increased civic engagement ahead of the next elections.” Citizens are urged to complete their registration and collect their PVCs to ensure their eligibility to vote.
This large-scale participation underscores Nigerians’ growing interest in shaping the country’s political future through the ballot box.