The INEC Chairman Has Stated The Voting Process For People With Disabilities

In the wake of the 2019 Nigerian General Election which is taking place on 16th February 2019, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has stated that people living with disabilities will be given preferential treatment at the polling units across Nigeria.

He made a statement recently that giving the solutions for the different disabilities. Albinos will be provided with magnifying glasses as they do not see clearly when the Sun is shining. The blind will be given braille jackets to enable them vote properly. For those who cannot read, they will need to be accompanied with a trusted individual. The deaf will be offered a poster which will show the voting process.

He however concluded that those admitted in the Hospital will not be able to vote and no one will vote in absentia.