INEC Promotes Youth Inclusion in Nigeria's Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reaffirmed its commitment to youth inclusion in Nigeria's democracy during a stakeholder convergence held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Merit House, Maitama, Abuja. The event aimed to enhance youth participation in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.
INEC Chairman Maham Kudu Haruna commended the initiative, emphasizing that credible voter registration is foundational for free, fair, and credible elections. As of April 2026, 3.7 million Nigerians had registered, with youth accounting for 68% of new registrants, highlighting their dominance in the country's demographics.
Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu, representing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), expressed pride in the youth's commitment to nation-building and urged them to participate actively in the electoral process, noting that they constitute the largest voting population.
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