Bauchi Firms up preparations for Monday LG Poll
The stage is set for Monday’s local government elections in Bauchi State. Sensitive electoral materials have been distributed for deployment across the state’s 20 local government areas. The state government has subsequently declared Monday work-free day. The Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC) said 15 political parties had completed arrangements to participate in the election…
Bauchi State is preparing for local government elections on Monday. Electoral materials have been distributed to prepare for the voting. The state government declared Monday a work-free day to allow civil and public servants to participate in the elections. The Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC) reported that 15 political parties have finalized their preparations for the election scheduled for August 17.
BASIEC Chairperson Hajiya Jummai Salamatu Abubakar revealed that voting would begin at 8 am and conclude at 3 pm, urging eligible residents to participate. Chairmanship contests will be held in 19 out of the 20 local government areas, while all 20 councils will hold councillorship elections. Shira Local Government Area will skip the chairmanship contest as the position was previously filled through a by-election.
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) Secretary, Khalid Arewa, expressed confidence in the election's credibility and fairness based on the current preparations. The Bauchi State Police Command deployed personnel across the state to ensure voters, electoral officials, and materials remain secure and protected. Governor Bala Mohammed also announced Monday as a work-free day, allowing civil and public servants to take part in the elections.
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