Following the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest and the curfew declared in Plateau State, the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLSEIC) has adjusted activities in the buildup to the October 9th local government election.
The Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Plangji Daniel Cisshak, who disclosed this to newsmen on Thursday, said the adjustment was to ensure that political parties that have earlier scheduled their primaries and have notified the Commission within the period of protest and curfew in the Jos/Bukuru metropolis are not disenfranchised.
According to him, the adjustments will ensure that the election process continues smoothly while maintaining the integrity and fairness of the electoral system.
He added that PLASIEC remained fully committed to ensuring that all political parties participate in the election without any disadvantages and reassured the public and all stakeholders that the rescheduling would not affect the fairness or transparency of the election process.
“We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of all political parties, aspirants, and voters as we navigate these challenges. PLASIEC will continue to provide updates and further information as necessary to ensure a smooth and effective election process.”
He emphasised that despite the rescheduled of some of the activities, the council polls shall be conducted by the seventeen (17) local government councils of Plateau State on Wednesday, 9th October 2024, between 8.00 a.m. and 3.00 pm.
He added that all prospective candidates are expected to obtain nomination forms in respect of the election into the offices of Chairmen and Councillors of the 17 Local Government Councils from the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission.
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