Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Tuesday , said it had concluded preparations for the conduct of the June 20, 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, assuring residents and stakeholders of a credible, transparent and inclusive electoral process.
Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, disclosed the commission’s position in Ado Ekiti while briefing journalists and stakeholders on INEC’s preparedness for the poll.
Omoseyindemi said the commission was strictly adhering to its election timetable and had put in place necessary measures to ensure a smooth and hitch-free exercise.
He said the voter register was being finalised, and it would soon be released to political parties, while dates for the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) would be announced in due course.
Omoseyindemi urged eligible voters, who had not collected their PVCs to do so once collection restarted, stressing that possession of valid voter cards remains a prerequisite for participation in the election.
He disclosed that recruitment and screening of ad hoc personnel were ongoing, adding that successful applicants would undergo training on electoral procedures, deployment of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), and result management protocols.
On logistics, the REC said the commission had commenced arrangements for the procurement, movement, and secure storage of both sensitive and non-sensitive election materials.
He added that INEC was collaborating with relevant security agencies to guarantee the safe deployment of personnel and election materials across the state.
To deepen transparency and public confidence in the process, he stated that election results would be electronically transmitted and uploaded to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV).
While acknowledging possible challenges, such as vote buying, political violence, and fake news, Omoseyindemi said the commission had intensified voter education and stakeholder engagement to address the concerns.
He called on political parties, voters, security agencies, and the media to play their respective roles responsibly and ensure peace before, during, and after the governorship election.
Gbenga Sodeinde
