Bola Tinubu, former governor of Lagos, has apologised over a
statement he made about the permanent voter cards (PVCs) issued by the
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
While addressing some women leaders who paid him a visit in
Abuja, the presidential aspirant said the PVCs in the possession of citizens
have expired.
“In case they do not announce to you on time, the PVC you
have has expired,” Tinubu had said.
“Take one family member, two family members, knock on all
doors and make sure that the new registration… Because they may not announce to
you on time. The PVCs you have have expired. Yes!”
In a statement on Wednesday, Tunde Rahman, spokesman of
Tinubu, said his principal mistakenly used the “word ‘expire’ instead of
stating that the cards may have to be updated”.
“Immediately upon being apprised of this, Asiwaju apologised
for the incorrect statement and felt sorry for any confusion it may have
caused,” Rahman said.
“Asiwaju Tinubu also
stressed that he appreciates the patriotic and necessary work of INEC and its
personnel in assuring a free and fair electoral process for all Nigerians in
all political parties.
“At the meeting convened at the behest of the women, Asiwaju
emphasized the need for people to fully participate in elections so we
strengthen our democracy. He urged them to continue to mobilise voters to
update their PVCs and help thwart the prevailing voter-apathy.”
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