Kano State leads Nigeria in new voter registrations with over 441,000

This data was presented in a report by the Sub-Committee on ICT and Data Collection, chaired by the Kano State Commissioner for Livestock Development, Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu. The report, released on Thursday, indicates that Kano surpassed all other 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, attributing this success to sustained voter mobilization efforts and public awareness campaigns led by the Kano State Government under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. A Voter Registration Task Force Committee established in 2025 played a key role in encouraging residents, particularly youths, to register.

Bichi Local Government Area led with 30,806 new registrations, followed by Kumbotso with 18,701, while Kunchi recorded the lowest with 5,030. The report noted stronger registration in urban and semi-urban areas and highlighted the significant role of youth participation. To maintain this momentum, the committee recommended intensified voter education in areas with lower figures, increased youth and community volunteer engagement, and strengthened collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission.