Ekiti election proceeds peacefully, officials commend security agencies

Bunmi Omoseyindemi, the resident electoral commissioner for Ekiti State, has lauded the peaceful and professional conduct of voters and election officials during the state's governorship election. Omoseyindemi described the exercise as largely peaceful, noting the absence of violence and a strong voter turnout.

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We never had it so good. You can see that people came out to vote and there was no report of violence. Everything went on peacefully and it was well.

"We never had it so good. You can see that people came out to vote and there was no report of violence. Everything went on peacefully and it was well," he told journalists after monitoring the exercise. He highlighted that special provisions were implemented to facilitate the participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), including those with visual impairments and other physical challenges.

The commission had previously mapped the distribution of PWDs during voter registration to ensure necessary assistive devices and support were available at polling locations. "You can see people with disabilities and physically challenged persons participating in the process. Those with visual disabilities were provided with the necessary aids to enable them vote independently," Omoseyindemi stated.

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You can see people with disabilities and physically challenged persons participating in the process. Those with visual disabilities were provided with the necessary aids to enable them vote independently.

While awaiting the announcement of election results, the REC urged the electorate to remain patient, assuring them that the collation process was ongoing. "Ekiti people should be patient and the results will be out soon. In some places, counting has already commenced, while reports are being received through our election operations support system," he said. He also stressed the importance of relying on verified information, advising stakeholders and the public to disregard speculations and ensure allegations are substantiated.

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Ekiti people should be patient and the results will be out soon. In some places, counting has already commenced, while reports are being received through our election operations support system.