Inec advises political parties candidates to play by rules

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has advised political parties and their candidates to play by the rules ahead of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria.

INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, made this call during a meeting with political parties' representatives in Abuja. He emphasized the importance of adhering to the electoral laws and guidelines to ensure a peaceful and credible election.

Professor Yakubu reminded the parties that the commission has put in place measures to ensure the integrity of the electoral process, including the use of technology, such as the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the Electronic Transmission of Results (ETR).

He urged the parties to respect the rules and guidelines, and to avoid any actions that could undermine the credibility of the election. He also warned that any attempt to disrupt the electoral process would be met with firm action.

The INEC Chairman also appealed to the parties to ensure that their candidates and supporters conduct themselves peacefully and in accordance with the law, and to avoid any actions that could lead to violence or harm to others.

This call is timely and necessary, as the 2023 general elections are expected to be a crucial moment in Nigeria's democratic journey. The country has a history of electoral violence and irregularities, and it is essential that all stakeholders work together to ensure a peaceful and credible election.

By advising political parties and their candidates to play by the rules, INEC is sending a strong message that it will not tolerate any form of electoral malpractice or violence. This is a positive step towards ensuring that the 2023 general elections are free, fair, and credible.

It is now up to the political parties and their candidates to heed this advice and conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful of the electoral process and the law.