The Kebbi State Independent Electoral Commission (KESIEC) has officially scheduled the upcoming local government chairmanship and councillorship elections for August 31, 2024. This critical announcement came through a statement from the commission’s headquarters based in Birnin Kebbi, underscoring the election of 21 local government chairmen and 225 councillors across Kebbi State.
KESIEC, under the leadership of its Chairman, Aliyu Muhammad Mera, has made available nomination forms along with contacts and essential documents related to the elections at the Secretariat in Birnin Kebbi. Significantly, this proactive dissemination of information reflects the commission’s commitment to ensuring that all prospective candidates and relevant parties are well-prepared for the electoral process.
In its quest to uphold the democratic values of transparency and accountability, KESIEC has extended an appeal for the cooperation and support of all stakeholders, including political parties, candidates, and the general public. The commission’s earnest call emphasizes its dedication to conducting elections that are not only free and fair but also credible and universally accepted by the electorate and other participants in Kebbi State.
