Steps to Check Your Name on INEC Voters Register

Nigerians can now check their names on the preliminary register of voters for the 2027 general elections through the Independent National Electoral Commission’s online portal.

INEC made the register available online following concerns over its earlier absence from the website during the inspection period.

The platform allows registered voters to view the names and photographs of people listed in their polling units and verify their own details ahead of the publication of the final register.

1. Visit INEC’s online register portal

Visit https://display.inecnigeria.org/, the commission’s dedicated platform for viewing the preliminary register of voters.

2. Sign in to your account

The portal requires users to sign in before accessing the register. Follow the instructions provided on the website to complete the process.

3. Select your polling unit

After signing in, select your state, local government area, ward and polling unit to access the register for your location.

You can also enter your polling unit code to find the relevant register.

4. Check the names and photographs

The portal displays the names and photographs of registered voters in the selected polling unit.

Users can select a letter to navigate to surnames beginning with that letter, making it easier to find specific entries.

Check that your name and other displayed details are correct. You can also inspect the entries of other registered voters listed in your polling unit.

5. Understand the portal’s limitations

INEC’s online platform is designed for viewing the preliminary register only. It cannot be used to register as a voter, transfer registration to another polling unit or replace a Permanent Voter Card.

The platform also does not allow users to search for an individual’s name across the country. Instead, users must select a specific polling unit to view its register.

INEC monitors activity on the platform and limits the amount of information each account can view to prevent misuse of the register. Users who reach the limit may be asked to try again later.

Nigerians seeking to register to vote or access other voter registration services can visit INEC’s Continuous Voter Registration portal.

What Happens After the Inspection?

INEC says it is processing claims and objections arising from the preliminary register inspection exercise ahead of the certification and publication of the final register on December 15, 2026.

Voters who discover errors or discrepancies in their details should consult INEC’s official guidance on submitting claims or objections.

The online viewing portal is not a voter registration or correction service, so users should follow the commission’s prescribed procedures to address any errors.

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