INEC Extends Voting Time In Edo Guber Election Due To Delays In Some Areas

INEC Extends Voting Time In Edo Guber Election Due To Delays In Some Areas

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an extension of voting time in areas where the election exercise commenced late.

In a statement released on Saturday, INEC National Commissioner, Mohammed Haruna, confirmed the extension. He cited reports of delays caused by rainfall and logistical issues in some parts of Edo State.

“Our monitoring indicates early commencement of polls in many polling units, but there are also reports of late starts in some locations. To ensure no voter is disenfranchised, the Commission reiterates that, in line with our Regulations and Guidelines, voting will be extended wherever it started late. It will continue until the last voter in the queue, who arrived by 2:30 pm, has cast their vote,” Haruna stated.

Earlier reports indicated that the election process in some areas experienced delays, primarily due to logistical challenges and inclement weather.

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