ADC PVC warning: Lagos State chapter urges residents not to share voter card images, citing privacy risks and threats to democratic integrity
African Democratic Congress Lagos Chapter has cautioned Lagos residents against sharing photographs or personal details from their Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, with political groups or unauthorised individuals.
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The warning was issued in a statement by the party’s Directorate of Communication, signed by Oluwasegun Adekayero, following reports of messages allegedly circulating on WhatsApp asking residents particularly on the mainland to submit clear images of their PVCs for political mobilisation.
Describing the requests as dangerous, Adekayero emphasised that sharing PVCs through informal channels undermines voter privacy and the integrity of the democratic process.
“ADC considers it necessary, in the interest of public safety and democratic integrity, to caution Lagosians against sharing sensitive personal information with partisan groups,” he said.
He stressed that the PVC is a confidential electoral document issued by Independent National Electoral Commission and should be handled with the utmost care.
“Indiscriminate collection of PVC images through informal channels raises serious concerns about data privacy, voter protection and the possible misuse of citizens’ personal information,” Adekayero added.
The spokesperson advised residents to safeguard their PVCs, avoid transmitting copies through unsecured digital platforms, and report any suspicious requests to the relevant authorities.
Reaffirming the party’s commitment to lawful political engagement, Adekayero stated, “Political participation should build trust and confidence, not fear, coercion or undue pressure.
We will continue to prioritise civic education, policy dialogue and lawful grassroots mobilisation, rather than the collection of private voter data.”
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The ADC PVC warning serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting sensitive electoral information, especially in a digital era where voter data can be easily misused.
