INEC gives reasons for suspending rerun elections in 20 polling units in Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Kano

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained why it suspended the ongoing re-run elections in 20 polling units in specific constituencies in Enugu, Akwa-Ibom and Kano states.

The electoral umpire said the decision was taken due to cases of disruptions, irregularities and abduction of election officials.

The commission disclosed this in a statement by Sam Olumekun, national commissioner and chairman, information and voter education committee, on Saturday in Abuja.

Places affected include Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency, Akwa Ibom; Enugu South 1 State Constituency, Enugu State; and Kunchi/Tsanyawa State Constituency, Kano State. According to him, the decision of the commission aligns with the provisions of Section 24(3) of the Electoral Act, 2022.

“Further, necessary measures for the affected constituencies will be announced after the commission’s meeting on Monday.”

“INEC invites the security agencies to investigate the incidents, while the commission commits to thoroughly interrogating any breaches involving its officials,” Mr Olumekun said.