Link to INEC Portal for Media Accreditation For Rivers State Bye-Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal is open for online accreditation process for journalists and media organizations intending to cover the upcoming Rivers State Bye-Election.
We will show to INEC link website, and how you can apply for the Media Accreditation. Online registration is currently ongoing. INEC recruitment portal is open and you can apply using the official application link below.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially commenced the online accreditation process for journalists and media organizations intending to cover the upcoming Rivers State Bye-Election.
Date for Rivers State Bye-Election
The election is scheduled for February 21st, 2026 and will focus on the following constituencies below:
Where will the election take place?
Constituencies involved for Rivers State Bye-Election
- Ahoada East II
- Khana II
Application Link
Interested media houses must deploy their personnel by registering here through the official INEC portal. Please note the strict deadlines below:
When will the Portal Open?
The INEC Portal for Media Accreditation For Rivers State Bye-Election will open on Monday, 12th January, 2026.
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Application Closing Date
The application/registration portal will close Sunday, 8th February, 2026 (12:00 AM Midnight).
How to Apply and Register
INEC has announced that applications must be done only at their official portal:
Notice: Late submissions shall not be entertained. The portal will automatically shut down at the specified time, and there will be no extension of time.
For more information, visit www.inecnigeria.org or www.inecnews.com

