Eseigbe Sponsors Free NIN Registration Drive, Expands Voter Access in Edo Communities

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Residents of Ward One in Uneah, Esan Central Local Government Area, have lauded Edo State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Sir (Dr.) Lucky Eseigbe, for organizing a free National Identification Number (NIN) registration exercise aimed at widening civic participation ahead of future elections.

The enrollment campaign, hosted at the Uneah Public Field, attracted a significant turnout of community members who described the intervention as both strategic and timely. Beneficiaries said the initiative eliminated the financial costs and travel constraints that previously hindered many from obtaining the mandatory identification number.

Community stakeholders characterized the effort as a practical demonstration of grassroots engagement and inclusive governance. According to local leaders, the exercise has strengthened residents’ confidence in the democratic process by ensuring that eligible citizens are properly documented.

In Nigeria, possession of a National Identification Number is a prerequisite for several official processes, including registration for a Permanent Voter Card (PVC), which is required for participation in national and state elections. By facilitating on-site registration, the Commissioner effectively removed a key barrier to voter eligibility within the community.

Addressing journalists at the venue, Eseigbe said the initiative was driven by a commitment to prevent voter disenfranchisement in Uneah and neighboring communities.

“Our objective is simple: no eligible citizen should be excluded from the democratic process due to avoidable obstacles,” he stated. “Ensuring that our people are duly registered and empowered to vote is a responsibility we must all take seriously.”

He further reaffirmed support for the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that broad-based civic documentation contributes to strengthened democratic participation nationwide.

The outreach extended beyond Uneah to other parts of Esan West Local Government Area and Igueben Local Government Area, underscoring what organizers described as a regional effort to improve access to essential civic documentation.

Residents expressed appreciation for what they termed a “people-centered initiative,” urging other public office holders to adopt similar interventions that directly address grassroots needs.

Community leaders say such localized registration drives play a crucial role in bridging administrative gaps, particularly in rural communities where access to identification services can be limited. For many in Uneah and adjoining areas, the exercise marked a significant step toward full civic inclusion and strengthened participation in Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape.

Source: NewsCode