US unveils voting guide for citizens in Nigeria ahead of November elections

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a comprehensive guide to assist American citizens residing in Nigeria in voting for the upcoming November 5, 2024 elections.

In a statement shared by the mission on its X handle on Monday, it outlined the steps U.S. citizens must take to ensure their votes are counted.

The mission emphasized a three-step process for overseas voters. To vote, U.S. citizens overseas must first request a ballot by visiting the Federal Voting Assistance Program website, FVAP.gov, for detailed instructions.

Once the ballot is received, it should be completed accurately and returned.

The mission further read: “Attention U.S. citizens residing in Nigeria!”

“To vote in the November 2024 elections, U.S. citizens overseas must complete three steps.”

“These steps, as delineated by the mission, are crucial for ensuring that every eligible vote is counted. The first step involves requesting a ballot.

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(1) Request a ballot. Visit http://FVAP.gov for instructions.

(2) Receive and complete your ballot.

(3) Return your ballot.

“You may drop off your completed ballot in a postage-paid envelope at the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the Consulate General in Lagos, or you may mail it yourself.”

According to the guide, the voting process for U.S. citizens living in Nigeria involves three key steps:

1. Request a Ballot: U.S. citizens must first request their ballots by visiting the Federal Voting Assistance Program website at FVAP.gov. The site provides detailed instructions on how to request a ballot and other resources for overseas voters.
2. Complete the Ballot: Once the ballot is received, voters should fill it out according to the provided instructions.
3. Return the Ballot: Completed ballots can be returned in two ways—either dropped off in a postage-paid envelope at the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos or mailed directly by the voter.

The U.S. Mission advised citizens to complete these steps promptly to avoid delays that could affect their ability to participate in the election.