Osun people would put an end to electoral robbers in 2026, according to Adeleke.

According to Ademola Adeleke, the governor of Osun State, “electoral robbers” will be thwarted in the 2026 governorship election if the people of the state are vigilant and actively participate. Adeleke further promised that the people of the state will fight back against any effort to undermine their mandate.

Adeleke, through his spokesman Olawale Rasheed, issued a statement on Monday urging all citizens of the state, particularly those living outside of Osun, to return their Permanent Voter Cards to the state during the current Continuous Voter Registration operation. He claimed that by doing so, they will be able to take part in the next election for governor and keep leadership focused on the people beyond 2026, when he leaves office.

By August 2026, I demand that all citizens of Osun who do not currently dwell in the state bring their voting cards with them to the state so that we may retain government that is focused on the people. Just like Osun did over the past 2.5 years, we may use our voting cards as a weapon to demonstrate that good governance is possible.

It is imperative that we not only keep our registration information up-to-date, but also cast our ballots and safeguard them when the time comes. The governor warned that, should election fraud ever try to undermine the will of the people, they must be prepared to put an end to the practice.

Adeleke emphasised that the state has experienced consistent growth throughout his tenure as governor, and he emphasised that voting was crucial to ensuring a steady hand in government.

While promising that his administration will keep protecting citizens’ democratic rights, he urged state officials and influential figures from all levels of government to rally their constituents for the CVR exercise.

Additionally, the governor voiced his hope that the Independent National Electoral Commission will carry out its duties efficiently and effectively for the benefit of the population.

With online registration starting on Monday, data capture of online registrants would begin on August 25 at local government headquarters across the state, according to INEC’s own announcement. The Continuous Voter Registration activity had already begun.

Just hours after the statewide exercise began, INEC announced on Monday that its Continuous Voter Registration portal had over 26,000 hits.

The CVR platform, www.cvr.inecnigeria.org, has 26,255 hits as of Monday at 12:35 p.m.
“As of 12.35 pm today, Monday 18th August 2025, hits on the Continuous Voter Registration portal (cvr.inecnigeria.org) climb to 26,255,” the commission announced via its official X handle on Monday. Sign Up Today!

As part of the announcement, INEC stated, “In-person registration will take place at all its 37 state offices and 774 local government area offices nationwide, to ensure easy access for prospective voters.”

The physical registration phase is scheduled to commence nationwide on August 25, 2025, but the online pre-registration is currently available.

The commission made it clear that any Nigerian citizen who has reached the age of 18 but has never registered to vote can use the CVR to change their address, change their voting location, or get a replacement PVC if they’ve lost or destroyed their original.

Anyone who wants to become a voter, anyone who wants to replace a lost or damaged PVC, and everybody who is 18 or older can participate in the CVR exercise, according to INEC.

Citizens were reminded by INEC that there could be legal implications for offenders of the prohibition against multiple registrations.

The Independent National Election Commission (INEC) urged all eligible voters to seize the chance and encouraged broad participation.

The Independent National Election Commission (INEC) has asked any Nigerian with questions or concerns to contact their toll-free number, 0700-CALL-INEC (0700-2255-4632) or the short code 4632.

The commission reaffirmed its dedication to democratic inclusion and continued its work to consolidate democracy and make sure that all eligible voters can register before the next elections.