INEC Cleanses Voter Register Using AI: Amupitan Announces Completion

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the completion of a voter register cleansing exercise aimed at addressing irregularities and inconsistencies identified in the national voter register ahead of the 2027 general election. According to Prof. Joash Amupitan, the Chairman of INEC, the exercise was carried out using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The announcement was made during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, where Prof. Amupitan explained that the exercise followed complaints about the register’s integrity. The use of AI technology is expected to help improve the accuracy and credibility of the voter register, thereby enhancing the electoral process in Nigeria. This development comes at a crucial time, as the 2027 general elections approach, and the focus is on ensuring a free, fair, and transparent voting process. The details of the AI-based cleansing exercise, such as the specific AI technology used and the number of deceased persons and irregularities identified and removed, were not disclosed during the press briefing.