By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
The Lokoja LGA chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has inaugurated a Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) Implementation Committee as part of efforts to deepen democratic participation and strengthen grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The inauguration ceremony took place on Wednesday at the APC Secretariat with party leaders, community representatives, and political stakeholders in attendance.
The CVR initiative, in partnership with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is aimed at encouraging residents, especially first-time voters and those without valid Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), to register and be eligible to participate in future elections.
The newly formed committee will be chaired by the APC Lokoja Local Government Secretary, Chief Emmanuel Olaniyo Lonis, while Mojashola Rafat, will serve as Secretary.
During the inauguration, Engr. Yahaya M.D Farouk, the Commissioner for Water Resources, underscored the importance of voter registration as a foundation for effective participation in democracy.
He noted that Lokoja LGA’s reputation as one of Kogi State’s largest voting blocs must be preserved and expanded.
He explained that mobilizing more eligible residents to register would not only strengthen the division’s voice in electoral contests but also position it more favorably in the negotiations for the 2027 elections.
The Commissioner pointed out that the CVR programme represents an opportunity for citizens to take ownership of their democratic rights. According to him, “Politics is all about numbers, and the PVC is the most powerful tool any citizen can wield.
“Every resident must understand that their participation or refusal to participate carries consequences. The days of indifference should be over because democracy thrives only when people are actively engaged.”
He further explained that the committee had devised a structure that would make voter registration accessible across every Ward of the local government.
He added that the APC secretariat had been fully equipped with ICT tools to support the process.
In his remarks, the Executive Chairman of Lokoja LGA, Hon. Abdullahi Adamu, called on residents to see the exercise as part of a renewed hope for greater representation in Kogi State politics, insisting that, “Your PVC is your identity and your strongest weapon in building a better future.”
Delivering his vote of thanks, Alhaji Maikudi Nature, the APC chairman, thanked all in attendance.
He charged the newly inaugurated committee members to be deligent, honest and dedicated in the discharge of their duty.
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