ISIEC Boss Directs Staff To Ensure Transparency, Diligence In Imo LGA Elections 2024

ISIEC Boss Directs Staff To Ensure Transparency, Diligence In Imo LGA Elections 2024

Ahead of the upcoming local government polls scheduled for September 21 in Imo State, the Chairman of the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC), Charles Ejiogu, has issued a stern directive to the Commission’s workforce. Speaking during a meeting with the twenty-seven Electoral Officers (EOs), Ejiogu emphasized the critical need for diligence and transparency in carrying out their duties……. CONTINUE READING

Ejiogu cautioned the EOs against any form of corruption during the forthcoming party primaries, stressing their responsibility to enforce compliance with the provisions of the 2022 Electoral Act as amended. He underscored ISIEC’s role in promoting internal democracy within registered political parties by ensuring impartial oversight during the primaries.

In response, Mr. Livinus Okpara, representing the Electoral Officers, assured ISIEC of their commitment to uphold the expectations of the Commission and the people of Imo State. He affirmed that all EOs across the 27 Local Government Areas (LGAs) are dedicated to executing their duties diligently and timely.

The meeting, held at the Commission’s operational headquarters, was attended by six Commissioners, the Administrative Secretary, and heads of various departments including Operations, Party Monitoring, and Voter Education.