The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has initiated the distribution of sensitive electoral materials in the Abua Odual Local Government Area as part of the preparations for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. This move follows a series of events including a reported security breach at the RSIEC facility, which was addressed by Governor Siminalayi Fubara to ensure the integrity of the electoral materials. The distribution signifies RSIEC’s commitment to conducting the elections as planned, amidst heightened security measures and public interest in the process’s transparency.

Sorting And Counting At Ward 002 Unit 21 Western Boys High School Ikpoba Okha LGA Edo State.

The distribution of sensitive election materials is actively taking place at the Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area Registration Area Center, paving the way for the upcoming elections!

The distribution of sensitive election materials is actively taking place at the Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area Registration Area Center, paving the way for the upcoming elections!#PitakwaNews pic.twitter.com/M5FflbCeN2
— Inside Pitakwa (@PitakwaNews) October 5, 2024

LG Polls: Vote For Your Candidate, Fubara Charges Rivers Voters

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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has publicly encouraged the residents to participate in the upcoming Local Government (LG) elections scheduled for October 5, 2024, urging them to “vote for your candidate.” This statement reflects the governor’s commitment to ensuring that the democratic process at the local level proceeds, despite various legal and political challenges surrounding the election.

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I don’t need your security, October 5 LGA Polls must hold, Gov Fubara insists #PitakwaNews pic.twitter.com/mfCPxiup0s
— Inside Pitakwa (@PitakwaNews) October 4, 2024

Rivers State CP Directs It’s Officers Not to Participate in Rivers LG Polls

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The Commissioner of Police for Rivers State, Tunji Disu, has directed police officers under his command not to participate in or provide security for the scheduled local government elections in Rivers State, which were set to occur on October 5, 2024. This decision comes in compliance with a Federal High Court ruling that barred the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) from conducting these local government elections. The court order was issued due to procedural irregularities concerning the electoral process, including the lack of proper notice and the non-compliance with the legal requirement for the revision and update of the voters’ register before setting an election date.

RSIEC Denies Report of Hon Justice Adophus Enebeli Resignation

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has explicitly denied reports suggesting the resignation of its Chairman/Chief Electoral Commissioner, Hon. Justice Adolphus Enebeli DSSRS. This clarification was made in response to circulating misinformation that Justice Enebeli had stepped down from his position. RSIEC urged the public to disregard these rumors and encouraged residents to participate actively in the upcoming local government elections, emphasizing the importance of adhering to electoral laws. This statement reaffirms Justice Enebeli’s continued role in overseeing the ele

LG Polls: Vote For Your Candidate, Fubara Charges Rivers Voters

Gov Fubara Foils Attempt to Cart Away LGA Polls Materials

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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has taken decisive action to prevent what was described as an attempt by rogue police officers to remove sensitive electoral materials from the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) office in Port Harcourt. This incident occurred in the early hours on a day meant for the local government election, highlighting significant political tension around the electoral process.