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Edo Guber: INEC Presents Updated Voters’ Register To Political Parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has presented the Certified True Copy of the updated Voters Register to political parties ahead of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State.
Going by the updated Voters’ Register, there are 2,629, 025 intending voters in Edo State.
Dr. Anugbum Onuoha, the State Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC, while making the presentation at the state INEC office in Benin, Tuesday, said that the commission decided to issue the Voters’ Register to the political parties for the election in line with the provisions of the Constitution and the Electoral Act, 2022 as amended.
Onuoha revealed that prior to the recently Continuous Voter’s Registration (CVR) in the state, the total number of registered voters during the 2023 general election in Edo was 2,501,081.
Giving the breakdown of 2024 updated Voters’ Register in Edo State, the Resident Electoral Commissioner explained that a total number of 119, 206 were recorded during the last CVR in the state.
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Onuoha disclosed that while 8, 847 people transferred their voting centres to Edo State, 109 voters transferred their voting centres out of Edo State.
“In line with Section 10(4) of the Electoral Act, 2022 as amended, today, we shall be giving you (political parties representatives), the Official Register of Voters in Edo State and this is the 10th item in the timetable and schedule of activities for Edo State”, he said.
“Recently, we did continuous voters registration and the cards have been printed and given to us. In Edo, we have a total of 119, 206 new registered voters
“In addition we have, we have 8,847 transferred from their registration centres within the state.as provided by the law. The commission has updated the records of 4, 808 voters that applied for correction of names, addresses, and date of birth from their previous registrations.
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“We also replaced the 5,406 lost , damaged PVCs. Put together, 184, 436 voters of various categories were served by the commission during the last CVR in Edo State”, he said
According to the Edo INEC REC, Ikpoba-Okha has the highest number of registered voters with 400,495, closely followed by Oredo Local Government Area with 357,371 Voters, while Igueben Local Government Area has the least registered voters with 52,000.
The REC, while assuring that the commission is fully prepared for the conduct of the election, Dr. Onuoha, disclosed that INEC would commence the issuience of Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) registered during the last CVR on August, 22 which is expected to end on September 8.
On her part, the INEC National Commissioner in charge of Edo, Delta and Ondo States, Prof. Rhoda Gamus, said that the commission is committed to conducting free, fair and credible election in Edo.
She urged the various political party members to abide by the electoral guidelines for the election, noting that the exercise should not be seen as a do-or-die affair.
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She said: “The commission is committed to keeping strictly to the date and details in the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2024 governorship election in Edo State.
“You can recall that the commission published the national register voters on the 11th, January, 2023 which was used for the conduct of the 2023 general election. The same register cannot be used this time because many people have come of age and we cannot leave them out.
“That is why the commission as part of its preparation for the election, we conducted the Continuous Voter’s Registration exercise in Edo State on 27th of May to 9th June 2024 in line with Section 9 (6) of the 2022 Electoral Act which permits the commission”.
She revealed that the commission will be conducting a mock accreditation ahead of the election , adding that the date and modalities would be communicated to the people.
However, Dr. Onuoha said that the Voter Register for the election would not be given to political party with leadership tussle that is in court.
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Otuaro Felicitates Tompolo On Honorary Doctorate Award
Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) by the E.K. Clark University.
Otuaro described the recognition as well-deserved and befitting, noting that Tompolo has, over the years, demonstrated uncommon commitment to the peace, progress, and stability of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.
According to him, Tompolo’s role in sustaining peace in the region, particularly through his steadfast support for dialogue, community engagement, and nonviolent approaches to conflict resolution, has made a significant contribution to national security and economic stability.
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He further noted that, beyond his contributions to peacebuilding, Tompolo has demonstrated extraordinary compassion, philanthropy, and devotion to humanitarian causes.
He added that his investments in youth empowerment stand as clear evidence of a man whose heart is truly with his people.
“Tompolo’s good heart, generosity, and love for humanity distinguish him as a leader of rare character,” Otuaro said.
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The PAP Administrator commended E.K. Clark University for identifying and honouring a personality whose impact continues to resonate across the Niger Delta and beyond.
He urged other institutions to emulate such gestures that celebrate individuals advancing society through selfless service.
Dr Otuaro prayed for God’s continued guidance, long life, and strength for High Chief Ekpemupolo as he continues to serve the Niger Delta and Nigeria with dignity, wisdom, and compassion.
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JUST IN: Defence Minister, Badaru Mohammed Resigns
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.
His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.
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The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this on Monday.
The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.
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Police Deny Opening Recruitment Portal, Warn Nigerians Against Fake Adverts
The Police Service Commission has debunked reports circulating on social media and several unofficial websites claiming that it has opened a portal for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.
The Commission described the publications as fake, warning that they were created by fraudsters seeking to deceive and exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.
In a statement published on its official website on Monday, the PSC said it had not commenced any recruitment exercise.
“The general public is hereby informed that these publications are fake and entirely misleading.
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“They are the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to exploit innocent citizens,” the Commission said.
It added that no recruitment portal had been opened by the Commission.
“There is currently no ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.
“The Police Service Commission has not opened any portal for such an exercise,” the statement added.
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The PSC stressed that whenever recruitment begins, the announcement will be made strictly through authorised platforms.
According to the statement, official channels include advertisements in reputable national newspapers, announcements posted on the Commission’s verified website (www.psc.gov.ng), and formal press releases.
“We urge Nigerians to rely only on information published through these official channels.
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“Any recruitment portal not listed on our website is fraudulent and should be reported to the police,” the commission said.
The PSC advised the public to ignore the fake recruitment claims to avoid falling victim to scams.
The PUNCH had reported that the Police Service Commission has cautioned Nigerians seeking a career in the Nigeria Police Force to beware of fake recruitment adverts circulating online, insisting that it has not yet commenced the 2025 recruitment exercise.
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