The Albino Foundation Africa has appealed to political parties to avoid making polling units designated for Persons with Disabilities a danger zone during the Saturday's governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections.
The founder also advised the Independent National Electoral Commission to arrive at the polling units on time as against the late arrival during the February 25 elections, adding that “the lateness by election officials is gradually becoming a permanent feature in Nigeria’s elections and is capable of disenfranchising persons with disabilities in the elections.
“The early arrival of INEC officials at the polling units will avail them the opportunity to quickly exercise their civic rights without the risk of further impact on their health and well-being,” he said. “We also hope that the technical glitches that resulted in the malfunctioning of the INEC result viewing portal have been addressed ahead of the March 18 elections.
“TAF Africa appeals to INEC to leave communication lines open with the public and adequately communicate any challenges that might be encountered during the electoral process.”All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
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