From Atiku Sarki, Abuja
As part of its preparations for the forthcoming Ondo State Governorship election this year, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has organized emergency and fire prevention training for its staff members.
A statement issued in Abuja to newsmen indicated that the training took place today being Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, in the Conference Room of INEC Ondo State and was facilitated by personnel from the Federal Fire Services, Ondo State Command.
In her remark, the Hon Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ondo State Mrs Oluwatoyin Babalola appreciated the Federal Fire Service, Ondo State Command for timely organising the training, as she emphasized the need to protect INEC equipment, premises, and staff from fire outbreak, before, during and after the 2024 Ondo State Governorship Election.
The participants comprised heads of departments, electoral officers, heads of units, and security personnel from INEC Ondo State.
They were provided with comprehensive training on fire prevention.