Lagos State has the highest number of registered voters in Nigeria, with 7.4 million names on the list, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This figure places Lagos ahead of Kano, which has 6 million registered voters, and Kaduna with 4 million. Oyo State follows with 3.5 million, and Katsina with 3.8 million. These numbers were released as INEC prepares for the 2027 general elections.
INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan announced that the total number of registered voters in Nigeria has surpassed 103 million, making the country the largest democracy in Africa. The data was shared by multiple media outlets, including and. The 2027 elections will determine the fate of candidates such as Tinubu, Atiku, and Peter Obi.
The European Union and the Inter-Party Advisory Council have called on INEC to ensure free and fair elections. EU Ambassador Gautier Mignot emphasized the need for strict adherence to electoral rules. This comes as international observers continue to monitor the electoral process. The 2027 elections are expected to be a major political event in Nigeria, with high stakes for all major political parties.
