The Chairman of The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu has issued a stern warning to its staff to uphold the commission’s Code of Conduct, display usual sense of responsibility, professionalism and firmly resist any unethical behaviour during the June 18 Ekiti governorship election.
The Chairman made this call in his message to INEC staff on the State’s election.
He urged them to ensure that no political party or candidate is accorded any advantage over the other and they must always stick strictly to the Oath of Neutrality.
He said “From June 2021 when INEC released the timetable and schedule of activities for the poll, we have collectively implemented several activities and taken every step to guarantee a free, fair, credible and inclusive process.
“This election is coming seven months after the successful conduct of the Anambra State Governorship Election in November 2021, but it will be historic because it will be the first governorship election to be conducted based on the provisions of the new Electoral Act 2022.
“At the stakeholders’ meeting held on Tuesday, I assured the political parties, their flagbearers and the good people of Ekiti State that the choice of who becomes the next governor of the State is entirely in the hands of the voters.
“I said so confidently, because I strongly believe in the commitment, efficiency, and determination of all of you, our dedicated staff, to ensure a level-playing field on Election Day, which is just 48 hours away,”
Prof. Yakubu urged the staff of the commission to remember that all eyes are on them and people are waiting to if they will keep to their promise
“I appeal to you to uphold our Code of Conduct,display your usual sense of responsibility and professionalism, remain above board and firmly resist any unethical behavior”, Chairman added
Ekiti governorship election is coming up tomorrow and sensitive materials had been distributed to the various polling units across the State.