The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ogun State, Feyijimi Shaseyi, gave the assurance on Thursday during a media parley held at the Secretariat of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Abeokuta.
Shaseyi stated that the Commission has put in place deliberate measures to ensure inclusivity and ease of participation for vulnerable groups, stressing that no eligible voter would be disenfranchised on account of physical condition or circumstance.
According to her, INEC has developed policies and operational frameworks to cater specifically to the needs of PWDs, adding that dedicated departments within the Commission have been tasked with overseeing the welfare and participation of vulnerable voters, to ensure that they are attended to promptly and with dignity.
Her words “The provisions include the provision of assistive materials such as Braille guides for visually impaired voters, as well as support systems for those with mobility challenges.
“On election day, nobody will be excluded. We have structures in place to ensure that persons living with disabilities, the elderly, and pregnant women are given priority at polling units.
I want to encourage PWDs not to stay away from the electoral process due to fear or uncertainty. Adequate arrangements have been made to guarantee their comfort and safety at polling units across the state.
Speaking earlier, the NUJ Chairman, Wale Olanrewaju, affirmed that journalists are not mere observers in the electoral process but active partners in promoting transparency, credibility, and public trust.
Olanrewaju stressed the evolving role of the media as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, adding that journalists see themselves as critical stakeholders who play a vital role in strengthening democratic processes.
“As journalists, we do not only see ourselves as critical stakeholders, but also as partners in ensuring transparency, deepening credibility, and building public trust in our electoral system.
“The media has taken deliberate steps to actively engage political actors by providing platforms where they can openly discuss their ambitions and policies.
“What we have been doing is bringing these individuals here to speak with us, and we transmit those conversations live on radio. This is unprecedented, not just in Ogun State, but across the South-West and Nigeria as a whole,” he stated.
PROFILE OF MRS FEYIJIMI IBIYEMI SASEYI.
The Honorable Resident Electoral Commissioner hails from Ilaje Local Government Area in Ondo State. She earned her law degree from University of Ife now (Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife) in 1987 and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. Furthering her expertise, she obtained a Master’s degree in Election Management from Bingham University in Nasarawa State.
She has played a significant role in advancing electoral reforms in Nigeria through her career with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) where she rose to the rank of the a Director. At the time of her nomination, she was serving as the Administrative Secretary of INEC in Lagos State, a role that underscores her extensive experience in electoral administration and her contributions span across managerial leadership, technological innovation, and capacity building, all aimed at enhancing the credibility and efficiency of Nigeria’s electoral processes.
Mrs. Ibiyemi is an active member of the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) Law Class of 1987, also known as the “Class of Distinction.” She has served in leadership roles within the alumni association, including as Assistant Secretary and as a member of the Board of Trustees.
She is a seasoned Nigerian lawyer and Electoral Administrator. In November 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nominated her as the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), was sworn in on the 30th May, 2025 and deployed to INEC Ogun State; she assumed duty on 2nd June, 2025. The Hon. REC., is happily married with children and grandchildren. With great pleasure, I introduce the very brilliant, beautiful and exemplary Hon. REC, INEC Ogun State, MRS FEYIJIMI SASEYI
