BENIN CITY — The Edo State Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Comrade Imonikhe Kelly Roland-Bello, has urged eligible voters in the state who are yet to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to do so before the Thursday, October 15, 2026 deadline for the ongoing ward-level collection exercise.
Roland-Bello made the appeal while addressing journalists in Edo State, stressing the importance of PVC collection ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He urged eligible voters to take advantage of the ongoing exercise, noting that collecting their PVCs is essential for those seeking to participate in the electoral process.
The SDP chairman also advised voters to prepare for the second phase of the exercise, which will be conducted at the local government level following the conclusion of the ward-level collection.
He emphasised the need for eligible voters to take the exercise seriously and ensure they collect their cards within the stipulated period to avoid missing the opportunity before the deadline.
Roland-Bello reiterated the importance of voter participation in strengthening the democratic process, urging eligible residents to fulfil the necessary requirements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
