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The Senate has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize by-elections for the vacant Senate seats in Edo Central and Anambra South.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the appeal during plenary on Tuesday, officially declaring both seats vacant and stressing the need for swift electoral action.
“These seats are now vacant. I call on INEC to conduct elections in line with constitutional provisions to fill them,” Akpabio stated.
INEC had earlier indicated in January 2025 that it was waiting for an official request from the Senate before proceeding with the Anambra South by-election.
The district has been unrepresented since July 2024 following the passing of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah.
Similarly, the Edo Central seat became vacant after Senator Monday Okpebholo was sworn in as the governor of Edo State in November 2024.