Voting Process
A Clear Step-By-Step Guide To Voting Correctly On Election Day In Nigeria.
No PVC, No Voting. Your PVC is mandatory. Ensure you have it before election day.
What You Need to Vote
Permanent Voter's Card(PVC)Your official voter identification card- Correct Polling UnitKnow exactly where to vote
- Arrive EarlyBe Prepared & Punctual
- Follow INEC GuidelinesAdhere to official procedures
No PVC, No Voting. Your PVC is mandatory. Ensure you have it before election day.
Before Election Day
Step-by-Step Voting Process
Arrive at Your Polling Unit
Arrive Early Before Polls Open
Join The Queue In An Orderly Manner
Follow Instructions From INEC Officials
Accreditation
Present Your PVC To INEC Official
BVAS Verification Process Begins
Wait For Confirmation
BVAS Verification
Fingerprint Scan Or Facial Recognition
System Confirms Voter Details
Accreditation Is Completed
Receive Ballot Paper
Official Stamps The Ballot Paper
Voter Proceeds To Voting Cubicle
Maintain Privacy & Secrecy
Cast Your Vote
Mark Your Preferred Candidate/Party
Fold Ballot Paper Properly
Drop Ballot Into The Ballot Box
Ink Marking / Confirmation
Voter May Be Inked To Prevent Double Voting
Confirmation That Vote Has Been Cast
Exit or Observe (Where Allowed)
Citizens May Observe The Process Peacefully
Avoid Disruptions Or Interference
Respect Other Voters' Rights
Arrive at Your Polling Unit
Arrive Early Before Polls Open
Join The Queue In An Orderly Manner
Follow Instructions From INEC Officials
Accreditation
Present Your PVC To INEC Official
BVAS Verification Process Begins
Wait For Confirmation
BVAS Verification
Fingerprint Scan Or Facial Recognition
System Confirms Voter Details
Accreditation Is Completed
Receive Ballot Paper
Official Stamps The Ballot Paper
Voter Proceeds To Voting Cubicle
Maintain Privacy & Secrecy
Cast Your Vote
Mark Your Preferred Candidate/Party
Fold Ballot Paper Properly
Drop Ballot Into The Ballot Box
Ink Marking / Confirmation
Voter May Be Inked To Prevent Double Voting
Confirmation That Vote Has Been Cast
Exit or Observe (Where Allowed)
Citizens May Observe The Process Peacefully
Avoid Disruptions Or Interference
Respect Other Voters' Rights
What is BVAS and Why It Matters?
Biometric Voter Accreditation System
BVAS verification is mandatory for all voters.
