We express our gratitude to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for their prompt response and reassurances on the earlier concerns we raised as it affects the integrity of some members of staff of the commission. This is a sign that the Commission is truly committed to conducting credible, free and fair election in the forthcoming 11/11/2023 Governorship election in Kogi State.
However, we would like to take this opportunity to notify you of yet another matter of utmost concern:
Governor Yahaya Bello has concluded plans to establish a situation room in collaboration with certain INEC staff members with the intention of hiring more IT professionals to hack into the system of the Commission with the utmost aim to disenfranchise Kogi East voters.
Furthermore, he has reportedly provided armoured vehicles to Local Government Chairmen to facilitate their unrestricted sinister movements throughout the State on election day. We therefore ask the Commission to collaborate with security agencies to enforce restrictions on movements as it is customary.
Additionally, we enjoin the Commission to investigate why the INEC satellites 🛰that are meant to be mounted in Lokoja, the State headquarters of the Commission found it way to Mopa Moro LGA in Kogi West.
We want to know the rationale behind relocating such a sensitive material at this critical time.
We earnestly implore the Commission to give due attention to this alarming information and to initiate close monitoring of the activities of the staff involved.
Equally take notice, that, we have it on good authority that Governor Yahaya Bello and cohorts are amassing mercenaries across all districts in the State to undermine, disrupt and subvert the electoral process.
Therefore, we urgently request the early deployment of security agencies to Kogi State to safeguard the integrity of the election and to protect lives and property of the suffering and tired masses of Kogi State.
Once again, we extend our appreciation to the Commission for the cooperation so far.
Isaiah Davies Ijele
Director New Media
Muri/Sam Campaign Council
22/10/2023
