Ondo 2024: INEC Vows To End Voter Apathy
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the level of voter apathy in the country was worrisome for a healthy democratic system.
It said the low turnout of voters was not encouraging despite all efforts and innovations it put in place to take elections to the doorsteps of voters.
The electoral body noted that the key to an enduring and sustainable democracy was the participation of a significant number of eligible voters.
The above views were expressed by the Chairman of the Board of Electoral Institute, Prof. Abdullahi Zuru, at a roundtable in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on the forthcoming governorship election.
Prof. Zuru said INEC has taken giant strides to ensure eligible Nigerians are given the chance to decide those who manage their affairs.
Director General of the Institute, Dr. Sa’ad Umar Idris, said failure to conduct acceptable participatory and inclusive elections generated outcomes that stunt the growth and development of democracy.
Ondo Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Babalola Oluwatoyin, said voter’s apathy would be tackled through inclusive voter education, paying attention to marginalised groups and adequate security at polling units.
She said: “As we prepare ahead of the 2024 Ondo State governorship election, I would like to emphasize the importance of collective responsibility and involvement of all stakeholders to enhance voter participation, turnout and inclusivity in the election.”
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