Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega has allayed the fears of Nigerians, saying the Commission has put measures in place that will make it difficult for politicians in the country to rig the 2015 elections. Jega, also stated that, regardless of the insecurity challenges in some parts of the country, no part of the country will be disenfranchised during the elections. In an exclusive interview with THISDAY in the US, Jega said; “We shall be using card readers which we believe will add tremendous integrity to the electoral system. We are using NYSC, lawyers and retired judges. We are bringing more people of integrity. We did biometric registration and we issued permanent voter cards. The idea is to use card readers with electronic chips that will help identify the person who was actually registered,” “We are saying that in 2015, if anybody rigs the election, that person will be apprehended and punished. Rigging will not determine the electoral fortunes of anybody. Let me also add that from all perspective, operationally and logistically, we are ready for the 2015 elections from the perspective of the electoral management body and we are working closely with all stake holders to address some of the outstanding challenges. “Security is a major challenge. However, we are working with the security network to ensure that elections are held in every part of Nigeria including the North-east. We implore everyone to come out and register and elect the right people to office. My advice is that all stakeholders should be actively engaged in the process and stop being sarcastic but should work towards ensuring the true choice of the people emerge in 2015. Well, lets keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best or what do you think???
Posted on: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 04:52:15 +0000
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