Arc->Electoral Irregularities
President Obasanjo urges INEC to investigate irregularities
Apr 29, 2003, 01:38
| | President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to investigate allegations of irregularities in the recently concluded elections.
In a letter to INEC Chairman, President Obasanjo wrote:
“Let me mention that the Report is generally fair and commendatory to both INEC and the Federal Government. I note that, although the Group was only able to visit a limited number of polling stations, the Report draws attention to vital aspects of the election and the electoral process. I am of the opinion that where the Report raises issues about which administrative or legal actions are possible, such remedial actions should be promptly taken.
For instance, the Report, on page 45, cites parts of Enugu and Rivers States as areas where there were “widespread and serious irregularities and vote rigging”. I understand that INEC, having declared results and issued certificates, may be limited in its administrative actions to redress. Nevertheless, it would be helpful if the Commission can investigate such circumstances, even if only to assist the Election Tribunals in expediting action to ensure some redress.
In another instance, the Report, on page 46, mentions that there were areas “where elections did not take place” Kindly investigate and let me know if there were indeed such areas and what the Commission intends to do about them, particularly with reference to the elections that are yet to come.”
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