Calls for the resignation of INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, by aggrieved political parties led by Labour Party and PDP, are misplaced, the electoral commission has said in a statement.
Recall that the Quest Times had reported that the political parties had demanded for a fresh presidential election after Yakubu’s resignation or sack.
In a statement made available by Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, the commission said the political parties have got it all wrong.
The statement stressed that the allegation by Dino Melaye that the INEC Chairman allocated scores to political parties is unfounded and irresponsible.
“At the same time, contrary to the insinuation by both parties, results emanating from the States point to a free, fair and credible process.
“There are laid down procedures for aggrieved parties or candidates to follow when they are dissatisfied about the outcome of an election. Such procedures do not include calling on the INEC Chairman to resign or for the election to be cancelled.
“To be sure, aggrieved parties are free to approach the courts to ventilate their concerns and wait for the matter to be resolved. Making inciting comments capable of causing violence or unrest is unacceptable.
“The 2023 General election processes are in their final stages of completion. It is only fair for aggrieved parties to allow the conclusion of the process and approach the courts with their evidences to pursue their cases.”