Configuration of card readers begins today – INEC
Dazang also said all the non-sensitive election materials have also been distributed to the state.
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Dazang said this on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, while speaking to newsmen at Abuja, Punch reports.
He also said “There will also be extra number of card readers to serve as backup for unforeseen or technical challenges.”
Dazang told newsmen that all Electoral Officers /Assistant Electoral Officers, Local Government Area Training Officers have been trained.
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He said “We have also concluded the training for security personnel, supervisory presiding officers as well as presiding and assistant presiding officers.
“The commission will also commence a two-day training for Collation/Returning Officers from November 21 to November 22.”
He also said all the non-sensitive election materials have also been distributed, adding that distribution of sensitive materials will commence next week.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) also announced that it will meet candidates participating in the Ondo governorship electionon Tuesday, November 22, 2016.
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