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INEC Registration Centres Hit by Network Glitches as PVC Applicants Face Delays

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Promise Odejide

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Many Nigerians seeking to register for Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) or complete voter registration processes were left stranded on Monday following network disruptions at several offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The situation reportedly affected registration activities in multiple locations, forcing applicants to wait for hours without being attended to.

Applicants Lament Delays

A viral video circulating on social media showed large crowds gathered outside an INEC office, with many applicants sitting on staircases and pavements while waiting for the registration system to come back online.

Some of those affected said they had visited the registration centre on previous occasions but were unable to complete the process due to similar technical issues.

Several applicants expressed frustration over the repeated delays, saying they had spent valuable time and resources travelling to the centres without success.

Citizens Express Frustration

In the video, some applicants questioned why registration activities could not proceed despite the growing demand for PVCs ahead of future elections.

Others appealed to INEC to improve its infrastructure and address the recurring challenges affecting voter registration.

The incident generated widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians criticising the disruption and calling for a more efficient registration process.

Concerns Ahead of Future Elections

The development has renewed concerns about the readiness of electoral infrastructure to support voter registration and other election-related activities.

Some social media users alleged that the persistent network issues could discourage eligible voters from registering, while others called for urgent intervention to prevent further disruptions.

As of the time of filing this report, INEC had not issued an official statement regarding the reported network failures.

Calls for Improved Service Delivery

The latest disruption has added to ongoing conversations about the need for improved digital infrastructure and service delivery within the electoral process.

Despite the setbacks, many Nigerians have continued to express determination to obtain their PVCs and participate in future elections.

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