On Friday, 13 November, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the date for all 15 pending Bye-Elections in 11 States of Nigeria.
Infosive learns that the Nigerian electoral authority today announced on its official Twitter account that the by-elections will take place on 5 December 2020.
INEC noted that the decision was taken following the results of its quarterly commitments and consultations with key stakeholders in the electoral process. The Electoral Body further announced that the date had been set for the review of the security situation and other challenges relevant to the 15 pending by-elections in 11 States.
See the notification of the new date below and the full statement on the election process, among other things:
Breaking News:
Pending Bye-Elections to Take Place on December 5, 2020. pic.twitter.com/2q53fyIfHH— INEC Nigeria (@inecnigeria) November 13, 2020
