ONDO GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION: Yiaga Africa, TAF Africa Call for Enhanced Ballot Secrecy, BVAS Upgrade in Future Elections

 




Yiaga Africa and TAF Africa have released their post-election statements on the 2024 Ondo State Governorship Election, highlighting concerns and recommendations for improving the electoral process.

Addressing journalists in Akure, the state capital, Yiaga Africa commended the peaceful conduct of the election, noting that the process was relatively calm and orderly. 

However, the organization expressed concerns over incidents of vote-buying and electoral malpractices, which undermine the credibility of the elections and diminish voter trust.

Also addressing journalists at a separate news conference, TAF Africa, focusing on the inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs), reported widespread and brazen acts of vote-buying, inadequate deployment of assistive tools, and partial deployment of Form EC 40H, which hinders accurate representation of PWDs in electoral records. 

The organization noted instances of inaccessibility in some polling units, low voter turnout, and security concerns.

TAF Africa recommends that INEC ensure full compliance with the Electoral Act, strengthen training of election officials, and invest in public awareness around disability inclusion. Additionally, the organization calls on government and policymakers to collaborate on accessible transportation systems, strengthen existing electoral laws, and facilitate voter mobilization and education efforts.

Yiaga Africa's recommendations include protecting ballot secrecy, upgrading BVAS, ensuring polling unit accessibility, and prosecuting election offenders. 

Both organizations emphasize the need for stakeholders to prioritize disability inclusion and electoral integrity in future elections.

The Ondo State Governorship Election has highlighted significant gaps in Nigeria's electoral process, particularly regarding disability inclusion. 

As Nigeria prepares for future elections, the organizations said it is essential to address these challenges and prioritize equity, accessibility, and inclusivity.

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