The Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, cast his vote at Unit 004, Takete Ide/Otafun Ward 07. After voting, he praised the conduct of the election, describing it as free, fair and transparent. Fanwo also commended residents for turning out to exercise their voting rights, saying their participation reflected an interest in grassroots democracy and the development of their communities.

The councillorship candidate for Ward 07, Olukotun Covenant Eyiwumi, also voted and expressed appreciation to residents for their participation and support. She acknowledged the efforts of community and local government leaders in maintaining an orderly atmosphere during the election.

Similarly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmanship candidate in Mopamuro, Ademola Bello Destiny, thanked voters for their participation and peaceful conduct. He called for unity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence, stressing that these values were important for effective democratic governance at the local level.

The Divisional Police Officer in Mopamuro, identified in the report as SP Charles, also commended voters for their conduct. According to the report, he said no incidents of electoral thuggery had been reported in the local government during the exercise.

The positive assessments from the officials and candidates highlighted the importance of peaceful participation and cooperation among residents during local government elections. However, the commendations reflect the views of the individuals quoted and should not, on their own, be taken as an independent assessment of the entire electoral process.

The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission scheduled the local government elections for October 17, 2026, across the state’s 21 local government areas. The commission had called on political parties, candidates, security agencies and voters to support a peaceful and credible exercise.

Reporting by TalkNaija Media