“No voter will be allowed to vote without voter card recognized by smart card reader” – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says no voter will be allowed to vote without voter card recognised by the smart card reader in the November 16 elections in Bayelsa and Kogi.

Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), James Apam, spoke with newsmen on the sideline of a one-day training on election duties, organised by Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for its staff at Kogi sector command headquarters in Lokoja.

A staff officer of the commission, Mr Olugbenga Ajayi spoke on behalf of the REC.

He enjoined all the personnel participating in the elections to conduct themselves very well and not compromise but respect their dignity and protect the sanctity of the elections.

Mr Apam further urged other security personnel to adequately secure electoral staff and election materials, saying all eyes are on Kogi and Bayelsa elections.

He also called for timely arrival of security personnel at INEC local government secretariat.