It is two days to the governorship election in Imo State and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has initiated the distribution of crucial electoral materials to all 27 LGAs in the state.

On Saturday, November 11, residents of the state will vote in the gubernatorial election. 

This essential operation occurred at the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Owerri branch, the state’s capital.

There, INEC provided the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System machines (BVAS).

Ballot papers and result sheets for the election across all 27 LGAs were also shared.

During the distribution of these sensitive materials, Southeast National Commissioner Kenneth Ukeagu addressed journalists.

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He expressed INEC’s readiness for the forthcoming poll in the state.

Smooth Process

Ukeagu assured residents that elections would proceed as planned in all the LGAs, as comprehensive security measures had been put in place by security agencies.

He emphasised that with INEC’s meticulous planning, he anticipated a smooth process without significant issues.

Also, Ukeagu noted that officials of the INEC had received comprehensive training.

They were instructed to carry out their duties with professionalism during the election.

Also, he urged the eligible voters in Imo State to turn out in large numbers on Saturday to exercise their democratic right by choosing their preferred governor.

We Are Fully Prepared

Ukeagu said: “We are fully prepared for the election and are currently distributing sensitive materials to all LGAs in the state, as the election is set to take place in every LGA.

“We have received assurances from security agencies for the provision of ample security before, during, and after the election.”

“On our part, we have meticulously planned and organised everything.

“The people of the state must come out on Saturday to select their governor of choice”.