Osun Election: South-East Youths Urge Voters to Use PVC Wisely in 2027

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), South-East Zone, has urged youths in the region to use their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs) wisely in the 2027 general elections, saying the outcome of the recent Osun governorship election shows the importance of allowing voters to freely choose their leaders.

The NYCN South-East Vice President, Comrade Henry Atigwe made the call on Monday during a press briefing on the lessons from the Osun election and the road to 2027.

Atigwe commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its efforts towards credible elections and also praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for allowing the electoral process to function without undue interference.

He urged political leaders, particularly in the South-East, to stop relying on electoral manipulation, intimidation and inducement, stressing that leadership should be based on competence, character, capacity and performance.

The youth leader called on young people across the five South-Eastern states to obtain and protect their PVCs and use them to demand accountability, good governance, security, economic opportunities and development.

He also announced a grassroots campaign, “Operation Use Your PVC Well,” to encourage youths to study candidates and vote based on their records rather than party sentiments.

Atigwe further called on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to deliver tangible projects that would address the region’s infrastructure and development challenges.

As 2027 approaches, he urged INEC to strengthen electoral transparency and technology while calling on politicians to respect the will of the people.

“The era of political impunity must end. The era of electoral accountability must begin. Our PVC is our voice. Our vote is our power. Our future is in our hands,” he said.