Imo State: INEC office in Njaba LGA set ablaze
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says its office in Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State has been set ablaze.
INEC National Commissioner & Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Bar. Festus Okoye confirmed the development in a statement released on Sunday.
According to the Commission, the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Imo State, Professor Francis Ezeonu, reported that the office was set ablaze on Sunday 30th May 2021
“Although no life was lost, the building was substantially burnt down, along with electoral materials, office equipment and furniture.
— INEC Nigeria (@inecnigeria) May 30, 2021
“This latest incident has been reported to the Police for investigation. This attack is coming exactly a week after our office in Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of the State was vandalized on Sunday 23rd May 2021.
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“It is also the 8th INEC office to be attacked in Imo State since the 2019 General Election. The total number Of INEC offices attacked nationwide since 2019 has now risen to 42.
“INEC buildings, infrastructure and equipment are critical national assets that guarantee the continuity Of electoral activities throughout the federation. Attacking these offices is not in the national interest and has the capacity Of compromising electoral activities and the credibility Of the democratic process,” the Commission said.
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INEC OFFICE IN NJABA LGA OF IMO STATE SET ABLAZE pic.twitter.com/mm5jWR8yon— INEC Nigeria (@inecnigeria) May 30, 2021
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