Observers Laud Kogi LG Poll, Voter Turnout

The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC) and independent election observers have commended the peaceful conduct of yesterday’s local government election in the state, expressing satisfaction with voter turnout, security arrangements and public participation in the exercise.
KOSIEC chairman, Mamman Nda-Eri, said the commission remained committed to ensuring that every valid vote counted and that the choices of voters were protected and reflected in the final outcome.
Nda-Eri, who spoke during an assessment of the exercise, described the turnout at polling units visited as impressive, adding that the commission had adhered to its electoral timetable and would conclude th...