INEC records 85,739 new voter registrations in Ogun

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says 85,739 persons registered both online and in-person during the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) from August 25 December 5 in Ogun.

This is contained in a statement issued by the State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mrs. Feyijimi Saseyi, in Abeokuta, the state capital, on Thursday.

According to him, 57,598 completed online preregistration, and 28,141 completed physical registration.

He noted that the second phase of the nationwide CVR would resume on January 5.

Saseyi announced the successful conclusion of the first phase of the  CVR exercise on Wednesday, December 10.

” In accordance with Section 19 of the Electoral Act 2022, the commission will display the register of voters for claims and objections from Monday, December 15 to December 21 at all 20 council area offices in the state between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm daily.

”This critical phase allows eligible citizens to verify their information, report errors, and identify ineligible or deceased persons.

“Citizens who newly registered, transferred their voting locations, or updated their details are encouraged to participate.

“The display centres will have designated forms which shall be issued to the registrants for submitting claims or objections.

“Citizens are advised to take advantage of this opportunity to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the voter register,” he said.

He reiterated INEC’s commitment to a credible, transparent, and inclusive register of voters, calling for continued public cooperation to consolidate Nigeria’s democratic processes.

(NAN)

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