INEC Vows To Adress Cases Of Electoral Infractions

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that all proven cases of infractions from the February 25 presidential and National Assembly elections would be redressed in line with the provisions of the law.
INEC Chairman, Prof Mahood Yakubu, also said any staff of the commission, whether regular or adhoc, found to have compromised in the last elections exercise would not be allowed to participate in the Governorship and Assembly elections.
Yakubu further directed that disciplinary action be initiated against such staff immediately.
Speaking at a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners, recently, in Abuja, the INEC boss said the commission has received reports from the State offices as well as complaints and petitions from political parties and candidates.
He said: “Where infractions of any kind are proven, there will be redress. I must add that any action taken by the Commission is without prejudice to the rights of parties and candidates to seek further remedy as provided by law”.
According to him: “As we we approach the Governorship and State Assembly elections, we must work harder to overcome the challenges experienced in the last election. Nothing else will be acceptable to Nigerians.
“All staff found to be negligent, whether they are regular or ad hoc officials, including Collation and Returning Officers, must not be involved in forthcoming elections. RECs must also immediately initiate disciplinary action where prima facie evidence of wrongdoing has been established.”