By Samson Obande, Lafia
The Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC) has fixed Thursday, October 15, 2026, for the conduct of a councillorship bye-election in Katakpa Ward, Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
The Commission announced the date in a press release signed by its Chairman, Barr. Ayuba Wandai Usman, Esq., stating that the election became necessary following the death of the serving councillor representing Katakpa Ward, which created a vacancy.
According to NASIEC, the bye-election will be conducted in all designated polling units within Katakpa Ward in accordance with relevant electoral laws and guidelines issued by the Commission.
The electoral body called on eligible voters, political parties, candidates, election officials, traditional and community leaders, security agencies and other stakeholders to cooperate with the Commission to ensure a peaceful, free, fair, credible and transparent electoral process.
NASIEC also urged political actors and other stakeholders to conduct themselves peacefully before, during and after the election, while strictly adhering to the laws and guidelines governing the exercise.
The Commission said further details on the election timetable, nomination of candidates, campaign activities, polling arrangements and other relevant procedures would be communicated in due course.
NASIEC reaffirmed its commitment to conducting the bye-election in a manner that reflects the will of the people of Katakpa Ward.
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