#OndoDecides2020: INEC confirms rescue of staff whose boat capsized
The Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ondo State has confirmed that one of the boats conveying movement of personnel and materials capsized at the riverine area of the State last night.
The resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Amb. Rufus Akeju told Journalists at a Press Conference in Akure that all personal and Election materials were rescued when the boat capsized.
He further explained that the rescued operation was made possible by the officers and personnel of the Nigeria Navy who he said escort the boats.
Akeju stressed that the development did not serve as clog in the wheels as he said voting commenced as planned in all polling units in the area
He commended the resilience and professionalism of the Nigerian Navy as well as those other personnel involved in the rescue operations.