ENSIEC Speaks On Plan To Reschedule Enugu LG Election

The Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission (ENSIEC) Chairman, Professor Christian Ngwu, has refuted speculations making rounds regarding a potential postponement of the Local Government elections in the state.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Ngwu reassured that all preparations have been finalized for the upcoming local government elections, including chairmanship and councillorship positions, set to take place on September 21.

Ngwu asked Enugu people to shun the rumours flying around, emphasizing that the September 21 timeline is firmly established.

Naija News reports that Ngwu clarified this while addressing the media on Sunday in Enugu.

”Those thinking that the Sept. 21 date might be moved or rescheduled are not reasoning with the reality on the ground.

”The commission is following its timetable and has the necessary financial support from the state government to ensure resounding successful polls,” he said.

He said the commission had put in place a “watertight” arrangement for logistics.

“ENSIEC is in touch with the security agencies and other organisations that will provide support services before, during and after the elections proper.

“We are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring proactive and adequate security for electoral materials, officials and the voters on the election day.

“We are collaborating with an organisation for a three-day train-the-trainers workshop for 50 major electoral officials, including the electoral officers (EOs), commission unit heads, and other staff.

“Those trained in the workshop will soon train the ad-hoc electoral staff the commission had concluded arrangements to recruit at all council areas,” he added.

Ngwu indicated that more than ten political parties have expressed their intention to take part in the upcoming election.

The elections will be held for 17 chairmanship positions and 260 ward councillor seats in Enugu State.