INEC’s Voter Registration Plan Sparks Concerns in Delta Community

The indigenous Ijaw and Urhobo people of Warri Federal Constituency in Delta State have cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against proceeding with the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the area.

They argue that the exercise is illegal without adhering to the Supreme Court order for fresh delineation of electoral wards.

The groups, represented by several community leaders, expressed concern that INEC has not published the final report on the delineation exercise, despite it being five months since the public presentation. They accused INEC of compromising independence and being vulnerable to external influence, which has delayed the release and implementation of the report.

The groups warned that proceeding with voter registration without implementing the Supreme Court judgment would undermine the rule of law, suppress democratic rights, and deal a blow to democracy in Warri.

They demanded that INEC immediately release and implement the report, emphasizing that they will not stand idly by while their democratic rights are being eroded.

The community leaders stressed that the report is crucial in defining and enhancing the democratic participation of the indigenous people of Warri Federal Constituency.

They urged INEC to prioritize the implementation of the report to ensure that the rights of the people are protected.