The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) has sensitised members of the National Youth Service Corps, (NYSC) in Rivers State on their roles and responsibilities in ensuring credible elections in Nigeria.
The sensitisation lecture, held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Nonwa-Gbam, Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State, was aimed at deepening democratic values and preparing corps members for their civic responsibilities.
Delivering the lecture, a representative of INEC’s Rivers State Training Department, Robinson David highlighted the important role corps members play as electoral ad-hoc staff during general elections and off-cycle polls.
David urged the corps members to uphold the Commission’s core values, including autonomy, transparency, integrity, credibility, impartiality, dedication, equity, excellence and teamwork.
He emphasised the need for neutrality, professionalism and strict adherence to electoral guidelines in the discharge of their duties, noting that these principles are essential to building public confidence in the electoral process.
The INEC trainer also educated the participants on election management protocols, electoral integrity, appropriate conduct during elections and the application of technology in Nigeria’s electoral system.
He urged the corps members to demonstrate discipline and commitment whenever they are engaged in electoral assignments, stressing the importance of their contributions to the conduct of free, fair and credible elections in the country.
