The hitches ranged from rejection of permanent voters card (PVC), by the card readers, inability to capture the biometrics from finger tips, irregular capturing and fast battery drainage, among others. The card reader is essentially an electronic device manufactured to render data and information verification, authentication, accreditation. “Even though INEC says the upgraded Smart Card Readers are faster, more robust, there must be quality preparation. Speaking in Abuja, Prof. Yakubu noted that the problem with card readers witnessed in past elections were not technical but with the training of the ad hoc staff. We have taken steps to improve the process of the smart card readers and we will continue to do so.

Source: The Guardian February 13, 2019 06:22 UTC