Ogun YAYI Youth Wing Launches Extensive Voter Sensitization

Abeokuta, Ogun State – The Ogun State YAYI Youth Wing has officially rolled out a comprehensive ward-to-ward voter sensitization program, aiming to bolster democratic engagement and empower citizens across the state. This initiative, designed to educate residents on voter registration, card transfers, and the overall importance of active participation, comes ahead of the August 2025 Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) calendar.

In a statement released by the State Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Okanlomo Aliu Adio Onsa, ACIPM, the program’s core objectives were highlighted:

1.Voter Empowerment: Providing citizens with the necessary information and confidence to participate effectively in elections.

2.Increased Voter Registration: Encouraging eligible individuals to register or transfer their voter cards, ensuring broader representation.

3.Civic Education: Informing the electorate about the voting process, the significance of their vote, and effective engagement with the electoral system.

4.Inclusive Governance: Fostering a participatory democratic culture that champions inclusivity and active community involvement.
The program will utilize a multifaceted grassroots strategy, including:

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5.Ward-to-Ward Sensitization: Direct engagement with community members through town hall meetings, door-to-door campaigns, and public forums.

6.Interactive Sessions: Organizing discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and structured voter education workshops tailored to specific local needs.

7.Community Outreach: Partnering with local institutions, schools, religious organizations, and civil society groups to broaden the campaign’s reach and impact.

A key focus of this sensitization drive is to promote civic responsibility and support the ongoing progressive leadership, including advocating for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in 2027, and the success of All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates throughout Ogun State.

This initiative underscores the Ogun State YAYI Youth Wing’s steadfast dedication to democratic values, good governance, and citizen empowerment.