Atiku Calls for Electoral Reforms to Boost Voter Turnout in Nigeria

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar emphasized the need for electoral and judicial reforms to enhance the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Nigeria. Atiku highlighted the importance of eligible voters obtaining Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and called for measures to ensure electoral integrity and boost voter turnout.

He expressed concerns over the declining quality of elections and low voter participation, urging for urgent reforms to uphold democratic processes. The 2023 elections saw a meager voter turnout of only a fraction of registered voters, signaling a pressing need for improvements in the electoral system.

Atiku stressed the significance of addressing challenges like electronic transmission issues to strengthen public confidence in the electoral process.