The Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. (Engr.) Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, has held a strategic engagement with traditional rulers in the council area to strengthen the ongoing Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) registration exercise.
Epe Insights reports that the engagement, held as part of efforts to deepen grassroots democracy, focused on mobilising residents to actively participate in the electoral process ahead of upcoming elections.
Speaking at the meeting, Hon. Olowa emphasised that voter registration remains a critical pillar of accountable leadership and effective governance. He noted that democracy thrives only when citizens are actively involved in choosing their leaders.
According to the Chairman, registering and collecting PVCs empowers residents to make their voices heard and influence decisions that directly affect their communities and future development.
He commended traditional rulers for their continued collaboration with the local government, particularly in areas of security, conditional cash transfers, and community development initiatives.
Hon. Olowa urged the monarchs and community leaders to extend the same level of commitment to the PVC registration campaign, describing them as key partners in reaching grassroots populations.
Responding on behalf of the traditional institutions, the Chairman of Baales in Council, Chief Adekunle Taiwo, expressed appreciation for the engagement and the inclusive approach adopted by the council leadership.
Chief Taiwo reaffirmed the commitment of traditional rulers to mobilise residents across towns and villages within Ibeju-Lekki Local Government.
He disclosed that traditional institutions would deploy town hall meetings, religious gatherings, and community associations to sensitise residents and encourage mass participation in the PVC registration exercise.
The engagement underscores the council’s determination to promote civic responsibility, democratic inclusion, and active citizen participation at the grassroots level.
