The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the hike in petrol price will not affect the conduct of Edo governorship election.
The Independent National Electoral Commission says the recent petrol price hike will not affect its conduct of the September 21 governorship election in Edo state.
“Well, first of all, I am aware that the commission, in the last couple of days, met with the officials of the NURTW to discuss this matter, and I’m sure the resolution was reached,” NAN quoted him as saying. “Like I said, I wasn’t part of the meeting, but the meeting was held, and I’m sure some agreement was reached.Oyekanmi said electoral officers have been trained to ensure that the elderly, persons with disabilities , and pregnant women get the necessary support to exercise their franchise.
“For instance, the elderly people, people on wheelchairs, people with special needs, and physically pregnant people, not people who put something in their tummy… we give them that respect.”
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