The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has granted a three-day extension for the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Edo State, ahead of the governorship election on September 21.
Extension Details:
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New collection period: September 13-15
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Collection centers: 18 local government offices across the state
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Collection hours: 9 am-5 pm daily
Stakeholders’ Appeal:
INEC National Commissioner, Sam Olumekun, explained that stakeholders unanimously requested an extension to enable more voters to collect their PVCs.
Interactive Meeting:
INEC held a stakeholders’ meeting in Benin, attended by:
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Chairmen of political parties
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Candidates
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Traditional and religious leaders
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Security agencies
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Civil society organisations
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Media representatives
Key Addresses:
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INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu
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Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun
Olumekun’s Statement:
“The commission held an interactive meeting with stakeholders… Given that, a three-day extension has been granted from Friday, Sept. 13 to Sunday, September 15.”
Collection Procedure:
Voters can collect their PVCs from designated local government offices during the extended period.
Governorship Election:
The PVC collection extension aims to ensure maximum voter participation in the September 21 governorship election.
