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House of Representatives Urges INEC to Relocate Local Offices for Enhanced Security and Autonomy
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to relocate its local government offices to more secure and neutral locations.
The decision, proposed by Enugu representative Sunday Nnamchi, follows concerns over recent attacks on INEC offices and the influence local government authorities might have on the commission’s independence.
Nnamchi pointed out that many INEC offices are within local government headquarters, making them susceptible to political influence, especially in areas dominated by a single party.
“To preserve INEC’s impartiality and maintain public trust, it’s essential to reinforce the commission’s autonomy,” he noted, referencing section 6 of the Electoral Act 2022.
The motion passed without opposition, and the House has urged INEC to budget for this relocation in 2025. Committees will report on progress within four weeks to support further legislative action.
Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.
They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.
The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.
It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.
It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.
This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.
It has been reported that President Bola Tinubu just arrived to Benue State amid the violence attacks happening.
It can be recalled that the state recently through a massacre as 200 lives were lost due to the violence attacks by armed people.
No solutions has been addresses to what will happen in Benue state, till now. President Tinubu arrives to Benue state, the people now hope for a solution to be given and justice to be served.
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