#NigeriaDecides2023: Elections Cancelled In 7 Polling Units In Kogi

Reports have emerged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cancelled the election in seven polling units of Kogi East Senatorial district.

Naija News understands that the election process was cancelled in two polling units in Anyigba, Dekina council area, while the remaining five places were in the Omala council area of Kogi State.

According to reports, one of the cancelled units was Unit 01, Abejukolo ward in Omala LGA, where political thugs allegedly attacked INEC officials and voters.

It was gathered that they caused fear in the area as they were reported to have been firing shots into the air.

Meanwhile, the situation was said to be different at the MopAmuro Local Government Area of the state, where voting is said to be going on peacefully and calmly.

INEC officers were said to have arrived at Polling Units in Takete Ide Otafun Ward 7 of the LG at about 8.05 with election materials and met voters who were ready to cast their votes.

Voting started at Unit 1 LG Primary School Takete Ide, at about 8.35, as elderly people, pregnant women, nursing mothers and members of the traditional council were allowed to cast their ballots without wasting time. Others remained patiently in the queue awaiting their turns.