Gombe INEC urges residents to register as CVR centres open
Sa’ad Idris, the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Gombe State, has called on eligible residents to participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise. The registration is being rotated across various Registration Areas to make it more accessible. Idris emphasized the commission’s commitment to inclusiveness and urged residents to remain patient during the process. He also assured that operational logistics would be reviewed to address concerns raised by registrants.
Key takeaways
- Sa’ad Idris encouraged eligible citizens in Gombe State to take part in the rotational voter registration exercise.
- The CVR exercise has been devolved to Registration Areas to increase accessibility and inclusiveness.
- Large crowds and high public interest were observed at several registration centres, with some residents requesting more days and additional registration devices.
- Idris assured that the commission would review logistics to improve efficiency and address the concerns of registrants.
- The initiative is part of preparations for the 2027 general elections, with a focus on credible and accessible voter registration.
