Register for voter card before deadline, Senator urges Kogi residents

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is urging residents of Kogi State to seize the opportunity of the ongoing voter registration exercise. The Independent National Electoral Commission's registration and voter information update period is set to conclude on July 10, 2026.

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I urge all Kogi State indigenous sons and daughters, especially our youths and first-time voters, to participate actively in the ongoing PVC registration exercise. Your vote remains your voice, and your voice matters in shaping the future of our communities, our state, and our nation.

Akpoti-Uduaghan specifically appealed to young people and first-time voters to register promptly. She highlighted the voter's card as a vital tool for citizens to choose their leaders and impact development at all government levels. "Your vote remains your voice, and your voice matters in shaping the future of our communities, our state, and our nation," she stated.

The senator cautioned against voter exclusion, encouraging eligible individuals to complete their registration or update their details before the deadline. She also urged traditional rulers, community leaders, youth groups, and civil society organizations to intensify sensitization efforts to boost voter participation across the state. "Democracy thrives when citizens participate actively. A PVC is not just a card; it is a symbol of your right to determine the future you desire," she added.

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No responsible citizen should be left out of the electoral process. Those who have attained voting age should register immediately, while those whose voter information requires correction or updating should take advantage of the ongoing exercise before the deadline.

She believes that increased participation will fortify democratic governance and ensure better representation for the people of Kogi in upcoming elections. Akpoti-Uduaghan stressed that sustained civic engagement is essential for deepening democracy and fostering accountable leadership, advising residents against waiting until the last days to register.

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I call on families, friends, community associations, and stakeholders across Kogi State to encourage one another to register. Democracy thrives when citizens participate actively. A PVC is not just a card; it is a symbol of your right to determine the future you desire.