The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rolled out the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for registered individuals in Ekiti State, as the governorship race draws near. The commission officially kicked off the exercise on Monday, June 1, 2026, at specific registration centers and ward locations across all 16 local government areas, according to a statement.
For the first two weeks—June 1 to June 14, 2026—residents can pick up their cards at their respective wards. From June 15 to June 21, 2026, collection points will shift to INEC offices in each local government area, open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., including weekends. The electoral body urged all those who have registered but have not yet obtained their PVCs to do so within the designated timeframe.
“Securing your PVC is vital for participating in the election. Only those holding valid PVCs will be cleared to cast their ballots on election day,” the statement emphasized. INEC reiterated that the PVC remains the sole credential accepted for voter verification and voting at polling stations.
The commission also advised voters to verify their assigned collection points and to bring along either their temporary voter card or another valid identification for authentication. The Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ekiti State, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, provided assurance that the agency has implemented measures to guarantee a smooth and transparent process. He called on traditional chiefs, community heads, civil society groups, and the media to spread awareness, especially among women, youth, and persons with disabilities, urging them to collect their PVCs without delay.