Kano Local Government Elections See High Voter Turnout Despite Police Absence
The local government elections held on Saturday in Kano were marked by a significant turnout of voters, defying expectations of possible disruptions due to the absence of police and other security agencies.
Hundreds of voters were seen eagerly casting their votes at various polling units across the city. Our correspondent, who monitored the elections, reported that in some areas, the voting process was completed as early as 10 am, shortly after the arrival of election materials. Voting in places like Tudunwada, Rimin Gado, Gwale, Municipal, and Bichi, among others, was peaceful, with voters turning out early to exercise their right to vote.
However, a notable exception was observed at the Tarauni PHC polling centre, which houses three polling units and saw a relatively low turnout of voters. In contrast, the Gandun Albasa Special Primary School, which has 21 polling units, witnessed a high voter turnout, with long queues of voters waiting patiently to cast their votes.
Voters expressed relief and happiness over the peaceful conduct of the elections, which went against the anticipated chaos. “Many people expected a crisis during the election, but thank God it’s peaceful,” said one voter.
Another voter echoed similar sentiments, saying, “I’m happy the election was peaceful, and many residents complied with the order on restriction of movement.” Tajuddeen Uba, the presiding officer at polling unit 002 in Gandun Albasa, reported that voting commenced shortly after 8 am and proceeded smoothly, with voters casting their votes in a peaceful and orderly manner.
The successful conduct of the elections, despite the absence of security agencies, suggests a strong commitment to democratic processes among the people of Kano.
