The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has
published the “Notice of Polls” ahead of the November 6 Governorship Election
in Anambra state.
INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information
and Voter Education Committee, Barr. Festus Okoye who disclosed this in a
statement issued Thursday in Abuja said the commission held its regular weekly
meeting earlier in the day and deliberated on the Anambra State Governorship
Election.
Part of the statement reads; “So far, the Commission has successfully
implemented 12 out of 14 activities in the Timetable and Schedule of
Activities. The Commission has today published the Notice of Poll at its State
and all the Local Government offices in Anambra State.
By Section 46 of the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended), the
Commission shall, not later than 14 days before the day of the election, cause
to be published, a notice specifying the date and hours fixed for the poll; the
persons entitled to vote; and the location of the polling units.
“In the same vein, today is the last day for the submission
of names of Polling Agents by political parties.
“By Section 45 of the Electoral Act, each political party
may by notice in writing addressed to the Electoral Officer of the Local
Government, appoint a polling agent for each polling unit and collation centre.
“The notice shall set out the name and address of the
polling agent, accompanied by two passport photographs of each polling agent,
and sample signature of the agent at least 14 days before the date fixed for
the election.
“Political parties are strongly advised to adhere strictly
to the law and the guidelines for the deployment of polling agents. Only duly
accredited polling agents will be allowed to operate at the polling units and
collation centres.
“The Commission is satisfied with the current level of
preparations. Virtually all non-sensitive materials have been delivered in
readiness for the election.
“The training of ad-hoc staff is also going on as scheduled.
The Commission is in touch with the National Peace Committtee under the
Chairmanship of former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (Rtd) GCFR.
Preparations are underway for the signing of the Peace Accord in Awka on
Thursday 4th November 2021.
“The Commission has also noted with appreciation, the role
of religious, traditional and community leaders in Anambra State as well as
civil society, socio-cultural associations and the media in appealing for peace
during electioneering campaign and Election Day activities.
“With just a little over two weeks to the election, the
Commission once again appeals for support from all and sundry in Anambra to
ensure that the election will not only be peaceful but also free, fair and
credible”.
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