Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has commenced preparations for local government elections in the state. This follows the expiration of the tenure of elected chairmen and councilors of the 23 local government areas on June 17th.

RSIEC Chairman, Justice Adolphus Enebeli (retd.), issued a public notice inviting political parties, traditional rulers, security agencies, religious organizations, and the media to a stakeholders’ meeting on July 1st, 2024. The meeting aims to unveil the timetable and guidelines for the 2024 Local Government Elections.

As stated in the notice, “The Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, Justice Adolphus Enebeli, hereby invites: Leaders of all registered Political Parties, Traditional Rulers, Security Agencies, Religious Organizations, The Media, Professional Organizations, Civil Society Groups, Non-Governmental Organizations, Community-Based Groups, and the Electorate to general stakeholders meeting on Monday, 1st July 2024 at the RSIEC Headquarters, 239-243 Aba Road, Port Harcourt by 10:00 am prompt.”

Governor Siminalayi Fubara had earlier hinted at the swearing-in ceremony of caretaker committee chairmen for the 23 local government councils that the elections would be held soon. He stated, “Let me also sound it very clear here that your tenures are not going to be long because, as a matter of fact, before the end of today or tomorrow, there should be a process for the commencement of elective local government chairmen in our dear state.”

The RSIEC meeting is scheduled for July 1st, 2024, at 10:00 am at the RSIEC Headquarters in Port Harcourt. All registered political parties, traditional rulers, security agencies, religious organizations, and the media are invited to attend.

The notice concluded, “The highlight of the meeting will be the unveiling of the guidelines and timetable for the 2024 Local Government Elections in the State. All concerned should be seated at the RSIEC Auditorium by 09:45 am.”