INEC Reports Over 103 Million Registered Voters for 2027

According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Lagos, Kano, and Kaduna states have the highest number of registered voters ahead of the 2027 general elections. As of the announcement made by INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan on October 6, 2026, the total number of registered voters in Nigeria has surpassed 103 million, marking an increase of approximately 10 million from the 93.4 million registered for the 2023 elections.

Lagos leads with 7,488,633 registered voters, followed by Kano with 6,000,570 and Kaduna with 4,000,640. Other states in the top ten include Katsina, Oyo, Delta, Benue, Ogun, Rivers, and Bauchi.

Political analysts have warned that the increase in registered voters may not lead to higher turnout without effective mobilization efforts. Additionally, Amupitan addressed the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Electoral Act 2026, stating that INEC is reviewing the judgement before taking further action.