Senate President, Godswill Akpabio , don officially declare Ondo South senatorial seat vacant and, as e be, dis follow the appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Meanwhile, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) don receive directive to organise by-election within 30 days.
The announcement come on Tuesday during plenary, where Akpabio make am clear say the vacancy go take effect immediately, in line with constitutional provisions. However, the Senate no waste time to trigger the process for fresh election.
According to the Senate President, the National Assembly get responsibility under the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to notify INEC anytime vacancy happen, so that new election go fit hold.
Furthermore, Jimoh Ibrahim, wey represent Ondo South under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC), don now move into diplomatic role after im recent appointment.
As a result, political activities for Ondo South expected to intensify as parties and aspirants go begin prepare for the by-election in the coming weeks.
On the other hand, observers believe say the quick directive to INEC show say the Senate dey committed to ensuring proper representation for the affected constituency without delay.
