Election body calls for widespread voter awareness campaign before 2027 elections

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for mass education of voters ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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‎The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mr Obo Effanga, made the call on Monday at a meeting with members of the Directorate of Politics and Governance (DPG), Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Region 57 in Uyo.

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‎Effanga said that religious institutions had a crucial role to play in shaping public opinion and mobilising the citizenry.

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‎He said that the involvement of rigorous groups in voter education would enhance democratic participation and promote peaceful elections.

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“”We are working with a very tight election schedule, and we need stakeholders to help us to sensitise the public to election procedures.

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‎”We urge you to sensitise your members to conduct themselves in a manner that will promote peaceful and credible elections,” he said.

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‎The REC said that the commission would soon commence revalidation of the voter register to enable it to identify the actual number of voters in the country.

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‎Earlier, Prof. Udeme Udofia, the Coordinator, DPG RCCG Region 57, Akwa Ibom, said that the visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration with INEC.

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“The essence of this collaboration is to promote responsible citizenship and credible governance,” he said.

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‎Udofia said that the DPG unit of the RCCG was established to provide political education on governance processes, civic responsibility and voter participation within the church. (NAN)

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