Bauchi Electoral Commission Sets August 19 for Local Government Polls
Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC) has announced that local government elections in the state will take place on August 19, 2024. The commission’s Chairman, Alhaji Ahmad Makama, made this announcement during a press conference held in Bauchi on Tuesday.
Makama assured the public that all necessary arrangements have been finalized to ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner.
He emphasized BASIEC’s commitment to upholding credibility and urged citizens to actively participate by voting for their preferred candidates across all political parties. Addressing concerns about potential electoral malpractice, Makama refuted any allegations of rigging plans, citing the commission’s track record of conducting previous elections without irregularities.
Furthermore, he highlighted that BASIEC had engaged in extensive consultations with political parties, security agencies, and relevant stakeholders as part of its preparations for the upcoming elections.
Furthermore, he highlighted that BASIEC had engaged in extensive consultations with political parties, security agencies, and relevant stakeholders as part of its preparations for the upcoming elections.
Makama concluded by calling on the public to collaborate with BASIEC to facilitate a smooth and successful local government election day devoid of any challenges.
