You have published your event and voting has already started.
But now you want to make some changes and nothing seems to work.
This guide will help you understand why certain edits are blocked once your event is live and what you can do instead.
Why Can’t I Edit My Event?
The reason you can’t make changes is because you are trying to edit parts that are locked once the event goes live.
What does that mean
Once your event is approved and marked as ongoing, you cannot change the following:
- The name of the event
- The vote cost
- The slug or link of the event
- The start date
Now you may wonder why VoteNaija doesn’t allow changes to these parts
Let’s break it down
The event name
Every event name is reviewed and approved before it goes live. Allowing you to change it afterward could bring confusion or abuse.
The vote cost
Once people start voting, changing the price per vote would be unfair. Some people would have paid more than others.
The slug or link
Your event link is shared across different platforms. If you change it after going live, people may no longer find the event.
The start date
The start date marks the beginning of voting. If that changes, it could affect the results or mislead your voters.
Now that you understand why, let’s talk about what you can do instead.
What to Do Instead (3 Options)
1. Contact VoteNaija Support Team
In your dashboard menu, click on Contact to reach the support team.
They can help with cases like accidental publishing or name errors that need admin attention. While they may not always reverse a change, they will guide you on the best next steps.
2. Start a New Event
Let’s say you made a mistake in the name or vote price and you don’t want to continue with the current one.
You can simply create a new event with the right settings.
From your dashboard, click Manage Events.
Then tap Create New Event and start fresh. This is often the best option when the changes you want are in the locked parts.
3. Edit the Permitted Parts
If your issue is not about the name or start date, you may not need to start over.
You can still update the event description, change the banner, and adjust the end date.
Use the pen icon next to your event to in Manage Events make these edits. That way, your event remains active but still reflects your latest updates.
Final Words
Once your event goes live, VoteNaija locks down some key details to keep the voting process fair and stable.
That helps protect both the organisers and the voters.
But you’re not stuck. You still have options.
Either reach out to the support team, edit what you’re allowed to update, or create a fresh event with the correct details.
What matters most is giving your voters a clear and trustworthy experience.
Want smoother navigation? These VoteNaija guides are a good place to start.
- How to Create a New Event on VoteNaija (On PC)
- Understanding Your Dashboard: Votes, Earnings and Event Summary (On Your Computer)
- Difference Between “My Events” and “Manage Events” Tabs (OnYour PC)
- How to Track Event Performance from Your Dashboard (On a PC)
- How to Check Total Votes and Earnings for an Event (on a Computer)