Okpebholo, PDP Chieftain Lament BVAS Failure In By-Election

PDP chieftain, Okpebholo, and another individual, Famous, expressed disappointment over the failure of the Biometric Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) during a recent by-election. The incidents occurred at Ward 2 Unit 1 in Udomi Primary School, Esan Central, and Ekiadolor Primary School, Ovia Local Government Area.

Okpebholo criticized the BVAS machines deployed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), citing delays and potential voter disenfranchisement. Famous echoed similar concerns, noting that some individuals were unable to vote due to BVAS malfunctions.

Both individuals emphasized the need for urgent action to rectify the BVAS issues to ensure a smooth electoral process. The incidents highlight the challenges faced during the by-election and the importance of addressing technological failures in the voting process.