The Conscience for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution (CHRCR) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently produce and publish maps of the constituencies recently ordered restored by the court to guide stakeholders ahead of future elections.
The Executive Director of CHRCR, Comrade Idris Miliki Abdul, made the call following a recent court judgment directing INEC to restore previously suppressed constituencies.
In a statement issued in Lokoja on Thursday, Miliki described the decision as a significant step towards strengthening democratic representation and inclusiveness.
He said the publication of constituency maps would provide clarity for voters, political parties, election officials and other stakeholders in the affected areas.
According to him, the judgment marks an important development in Nigeria’s democratic process and reflects the role of the judiciary in addressing concerns relating to representation and electoral fairness.
Miliki also commended the member representing Kabba-Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency, Hon. Salman Idris, for drawing attention to the issue through a motion at the National Assembly.
He added that the outcome was made possible through the collective efforts of those involved in the legal process, state governments and other stakeholders who supported the restoration campaign.
The CHRCR executive director further acknowledged the media for sustaining public attention on the matter through continuous coverage and advocacy.
He urged political parties to conduct peaceful and transparent primary elections in the affected constituencies to strengthen public confidence in the electoral process.
“As a matter of urgency, we urge INEC to come up with the maps of the restored constituencies to serve as a guide for various stakeholders,” Miliki stated.
The court ruling directing the restoration of suppressed constituencies has attracted reactions from stakeholders, many of whom say the development could improve representation and deepen democratic participation in the affected states.
