INEC Voter Registration Challenges: Gender Disparity and Network Issues Impact Turnout

INEC faces challenges in voter registration, including the inability to remove deceased persons' names from the voter register. Nigerians reported deaths, making it difficult for the commission to update the data accurately.

Men represented 60% of registrations, while women accounted for 40%, showing a gender disparity. The voter registration process faced network challenges, affecting turnout in some areas like Taraba State.

Low participation was observed in certain local government areas, with varying registration rates. INEC officials noted that farming activities impacted registration numbers in some communities, affecting the overall voter registration process.