IPAC hails peaceful conduct of Bauchi LG elections

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By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi

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BAUCHI — The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Bauchi State chapter, has commended the peaceful conduct of the 2026 local government elections held across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas on Monday, August 17.

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In a statement issued after the polls, the council described the exercise as a demonstration of democratic practice, praising what it called the level playing field provided for the 15 political parties that participated in the elections.

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IPAC attributed the peaceful conduct of the elections to what it described as the political inclusiveness and democratic disposition of the Bauchi State Governor.

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Speaking on behalf of the participating political parties, the council expressed appreciation to the governor for creating an environment that allowed the election to take place peacefully and competitively.

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The council specifically commended the state government for carrying opposition parties along and allowing the Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) to conduct the exercise without interference.

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According to IPAC, the development demonstrated the administration’s commitment to strengthening democracy and ensuring credible local government elections.

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The council also praised BSIEC for what it described as professionalism throughout the electoral process.

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It commended security agencies for maintaining peace and order at polling centres across the state, while also applauding voters for turning out peacefully and exercising their franchise in an orderly manner.

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IPAC reaffirmed its commitment to working with the state government and other stakeholders to deepen democratic practices and strengthen local institutions.

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The council said it would continue to support initiatives aimed at promoting good governance and effective service delivery at the grassroots.

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