The Chairman of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), Honourable Justice Bola Okikiolu-Ighile (Rtd.), has called on all eligible residents of Lagos State to take full advantage of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Continuous Voter’s Registration (CVR) exercise to register and obtain their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs).
In a statement issued by the Public Affairs Department of the commission, Justice Okikiolu-Ighile emphasized that voter’s registration is the foundation of democratic participation, noting that democracy can only flourish when citizens take ownership of the process by registering, voting, and holding leaders accountable.
“The right to vote is the cornerstone of democracy,” the statement read.
The chairman who advised all eligible Lagosians ; particularly first-time voters and those who have relocated, to utilize this opportunity to register, update, or transfer their voter information said, “Your PVC is your voice, and your voice must be heard in shaping the future of our communities and our dear State”, the statement added.
According to Okikiolu, LASIEC is committed to the sustenance of voter’s education and sensitization initiatives across Lagos State, in line with its mandate to conduct credible local government elections and strengthen grassroots democracy.
The Chairman also appealed to community leaders, civil society organizations, youth groups, and other stakeholders to support the mobilization of residents, while ensuring that no eligible citizen is excluded from the registration process.
Justice Okikiolu-Ighile concluded by reminding Lagosians that: “A vibrant democracy is built by active citizens and registering to vote is the first step in that journey”, the president said.
