INEC sensitises young women on electoral rights, participation in South West
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday held a zonal awareness workshop for young female voters in the South-West to promote their participation in the 2027 General Election.
The workshop, themed “Young Female Voters’ Participation in the Electoral Process,” was held at the INEC Lagos State Collation Centre in Sabo, Yaba, Lagos.
In his welcome address, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Lagos State, Prof. Ayobami Salami, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to inclusive electoral participation, particularly among young women.
He urged participants to understand their electoral rights, collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), reject vote-buying, shun electoral violence and misinformation, and aspire to leadership positions beyond voting.
The goodwill message was delivered by the representative of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Deputy Director of Civic Values, Mrs. Obi Ngozi Clara.
Presenting the workshop’s objectives, the Deputy Director of the Gender Relations Division at INEC headquarters, Mrs. Hembadoon Akaayar, stressed the need to equip young women with the knowledge and confidence to participate actively and responsibly in the electoral process.
The INEC Lagos Gender Desk Officer, Mrs. Yewande Jegede, spoke on building the confidence of young female voters, highlighting the importance of understanding electoral rights, overcoming barriers to participation and exercising their franchise without fear or intimidation.
Similarly, the Head of the Department of Voter Education and Publicity at INEC Lagos State highlighted the Commission’s preparedness for the 2027 General Election, including the deployment of electoral technology, voter education, personnel training and established election-day procedures to ensure a transparent and orderly process.
The workshop ended with a vote of thanks delivered by the Administrative Secretary of INEC Lagos State, Olori Adenike Tadese, who appreciated the resource persons, collaborating organisations and participants for their contributions.
