The grassroots voters registration exercise was successfully conducted across polling units in Okpoma INEC Ward, with eligible residents turning out en masse at designated registration centres in line with the approved timetable. The impressive turnout underscores a strong sense of civic responsibility and a growing commitment to democratic participation among the people of the ward.
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Residents from Abachor Okpame 1 & 2, Idigbo Unit, and Okpinya carried out their registration at Abachor Playground, while those from Ogar Omagu Unit, Town Hall Olachor Unit, Adiero Primary School, and Health Center Olachor participated at Olachor Market. Similarly, voters from Model Unit, Thomson Eje Unit, CKS Polling Unit, and Otuche (Old Dispensary) were attended to at CKS Primary School, just as Omari Ogbu, Baptist Church, Town Hall Oba, and Okache Onah Units were covered at Omari Ogbu.
In continuation, residents from Itega Okpame 1 & 2 and Utukpo 1 & 2 registered at Ada Primary School, while Okpudu 1 & 2 and Ochochi Unit were attended to at Okpudu Primary School. The exercise also covered Itega Ekpudu 1 & 2 and Arkwa Unit at Itega Ekpudu Playground, as well as Idiku, Adeni, and Ijama 1 & 2 at Adeni Playground. In addition, Itekpa Units 1, 2 & 3 were fully captured, ensuring broad participation across the ward.
Registration personnel conducted the exercise in an orderly and professional manner, documenting participants’ details and carrying out image capturing for Permanent Voter Card (PVC) processing. The process remained peaceful and well-coordinated, with strong community support ensuring a seamless flow of activities. A mop-up phase at Oba/Omari Ogbu further provided an opportunity for wider inclusion.
Facilitated by High Chief Higgins Peters the Revered Natural Leader of the North; the exercise was comprehensively coordinated by Dr. Beatrice Igwe, Honourable Commissioner for Housing, Cross River State, ensuring a hitch-free process across all scheduled polling units. Her presence across the registration centres underscored her unwavering commitment to grassroots development, civic responsibility, and inclusive governance. The successful collation of materials and records at the close of the exercise stands as a testament to a well-organized, impactful, and people-driven mobilization effort across Okpoma Ward.
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Grassroots Voters Registration Exercise Facilitated by High Chief Higgins Peters
