The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission has reaffirmed its readiness to conduct local government elections across the state, with polls scheduled to hold on June 13, 2026.
The election will cover the 21 local government areas and 226 electoral wards in Adamawa State.
As part of preparations for the exercise, ADSIEC held a stakeholders’ meeting with chairmen and representatives of political parties at its headquarters in Yola to brief them on the approved election timetable and other arrangements ahead of the polls.
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Speaking during the meeting, the Chairman of ADSIEC, Mohammed Umar, said the commission had made adequate preparations to ensure a smooth, credible, and successful election process.
He reaffirmed that the council elections would be conducted as scheduled on June 13, urging political parties to mobilise their members for peaceful participation in the democratic process.
According to him, no fewer than 11 political parties have so far submitted names of candidates to participate in the elections.
Responding on behalf of the political parties, Adamu Usman of the African Democratic Congress commended the electoral commission for its early preparations and engagement with political stakeholders.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, Bello Babajo, called on ADSIEC to ensure a free, fair, transparent, and credible election across the state.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for political parties to seek clarifications on the electoral process and reaffirm their commitment to peaceful conduct before, during, and after the polls.