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Gov Eno recieves new INEC REC, harps on neutrality

By Ogenyi Ogenyi,Uyo

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has urged the newly posted State Independent National Electoral Commissioner, REC, Mr. Isah Shaka Ehimeakhe to uphold the principles of neutrality and fairness in the conduct of elections in the state.

Eno who made the call when Ehimeakue paid him a familiarization visit in Uyo yesterday however acknowledged the Commission’s record of conducting credible elections over time in the State.

The Governor described the recent Supreme Court verdict on the March 18, 2023 guber election in the State as a collective victory and affirmation of INEC’s integrity in the conduct of elections in the State.

“We trust that you will continue to maintain a very neutral stand in your conduct as always. For us as a people, we believe that the will of the people should always be respected, and people should vote their conscience in elections.” He explained.

He observed that elections in the state have always generally been peaceful, fair and credible and commended INEC for creating the level playing field for such to happen.

Ehimeakhe who had thanked the Governor for the warm reception to the State pledged the continuos determination of the Commission to deepen democratic culture and inclusive electoral processes that would always uphold the will of the people.

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