ADC Demands Investigation into PVC Buying in Nigeria

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a press statement on September 17, 2026, calling for an investigation into reports of an alleged operation to purchase and collect Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) from citizens in Northern Nigeria. Signed by National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the statement details multiple reports of individuals allegedly paying vulnerable citizens for their PVCs.

The ADC is documenting these reports and gathering evidence against those involved. The party emphasized that a PVC cannot be used by another person due to biometric verification requirements, suggesting that the real objective of this operation may be to prevent targeted citizens from voting, which they describe as organized voter suppression.

The ADC urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to investigate and take action against anyone involved in this alleged operation. They also called on citizens to reject such offers and report any incidents to relevant authorities.