bloomshorts Historic by-elections commenced in Garki Local Government Area early Saturday morning, marking a significant step towards filling the vacant seat of the late House of Representatives member for the Garki/Babura federal constituency in Jigawa state.
Accreditation kicked off at 8:30 AM, with a steady stream of voters arriving to cast their ballots. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as citizens exercised their democratic rights in what is seen as a crucial electoral process.
Across Nigeria, registered voters in 13 states are participating in these by-elections, which aim to elect new representatives not only for the House of Representatives but also for the Senate and state houses of assembly. The Independent National Electoral Commission has confirmed that these by-elections span 16 constituencies, highlighting the widespread impact of today’s voting.
The states affected include Jigawa, Edo, Ogun, Oyo, Adamawa, Anambra, Kaduna, Kano, Taraba, Kogi, Niger, Enugu, and Zamfara, showcasing the national significance of these elections.
