By Muftau Ogunyemi
Akure: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ondo State has urged eligible citizens to participate in the phase 3 of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the state.
Mr Olayinka Ogunseye, INEC, Ondo Head of Department (HOD), Voter Education and Publicity, made this known in a statement on behalf of the state Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mr Mutiu Olaleke Agboke, on Sunday in Akure.
Agboke said the exercise was scheduled to commence on Monday, May 11, while it would included both online (pre-registration) and physical (in-person) registration across the country.
“The third phase will continue with the INEC Voter Enrolment Device (IVED) rotation framework for the 40 days, while the last five days will be at the 18 Local Government Area INEC offices in the state.
“The public is further informed that phase III, being the final phase of the exercise, will conclude on July 10, in line with the approved timeline.
“The commission urges all eligible citizens of Ondo State, who are yet to register or those who wish to update their voter information, to participate.
“Those who also wish to transfer their details or misplaced/defaced Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity within the stipulated period.
“INEC in Ondo State, under the leadership of the REC, is poised to ensuring robust public engagement with all the activities of the commission to enhance better participation and awareness,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)