Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) clarified that alleged AI-generated images discovered within the Preliminary Register of Voters had been a part of questionable information already flagged in the course of the bodily show train and had been below overview.
INEC National Commissioner and Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee (IVEC), Mohammed Haruna, in an announcement, yesterday, mentioned the fee had famous public considerations circulating on social media about suspected AI-generated pictures within the register printed on-line.
Haruna defined that the register printed on-line on October 26, 2026 was the identical preliminary register that was bodily displayed at Registration Areas nationwide from October 9 to fifteen, 2026 as a part of the Display, Claims and Objections train.
Haruna mentioned, “During the bodily show, plenty of questionable registration information had been recognized and flagged for additional examination.
“The commission commenced the process of reviewing these records and taking appropriate corrective action in accordance with established procedures.”
He mentioned the web publication represented the unique preliminary register and doesn’t mirror all ongoing data-cleanup actions.
Haruna confused that the preliminary register was not the ultimate licensed register. He acknowledged that the Display, Claims and Objections train was particularly supposed to facilitate public scrutiny, establish inaccuracies and irregularities, and allow corrections earlier than certification.
He added, “The commission is also examining the circumstances surrounding the suspicious photographs, including possible technical or procedural lapses, and will take appropriate action based on verified findings.”
The electoral physique mentioned it appreciated residents and stakeholders for his or her vigilance, saying such scrutiny helped enhance the accuracy and integrity of the register.
Haruna assured that INEC remained dedicated to finishing verification, adjudication and data-cleanup processes forward of the scheduled certification of the ultimate Register of Voters on December 15, 2026.
He mentioned verified irregularities can be addressed by means of relevant procedures.
