By Gloria Ikibah
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended voting hours in some parts of Edo State following delays caused by rainfall and logistical issues.
ANational Commissioner with INEC, Mohammed Haruna, announced the decision in a statement on Saturday.
“We are closely monitoring the Edo State governorship election from our situation room at the National Headquarters in Abuja.
“While voting started early in many polling units, there are reports of late commencement in certain areas”, Haruna said.
To prevent voter disenfranchisement, Haruna emphasized that voting would continue in affected areas beyond the official closing time.
“As per our regulations, voting will be extended in locations where it started late, and will continue until the last person in line by 2:30 p.m. has cast their vote”, he added.
INEC also assured that backup power generators would be deployed to polling units or collation centers facing power issues.