Hey there, middle schoolers! Did you know that there are some people in Nigeria who haven’t collected their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs)? Well, it’s true! In Kogi, Imo, and Bayelsa states, over 241,715 PVCs are still waiting to be picked up by the voters. That’s a lot of cards!
Let’s break it down. In Kogi, there are 107,715 PVCs that haven’t been collected yet. In Imo, there are even more – 134,000! Unfortunately, we don’t know the exact number for Bayelsa. But trust me, it’s a big number too!
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is not happy about this. They wanted all the voters to collect their PVCs before the deadline, which is October 9, 2023. But now, they’re worried that many people won’t be able to vote in the upcoming governorship elections in November.
INEC has made it clear that they won’t extend the deadline for PVC collection. They want the registered voters to hurry up and get their cards as soon as possible. So, if you’re one of those voters, don’t wait any longer – go and collect your PVC now!
It’s important for everyone to have their PVCs so they can exercise their right to vote. Remember, voting is a way for you to have a say in who leads your state or country. So, if you’re old enough to vote, make sure you collect your PVC and participate in the upcoming elections!