Journalists and media houses that wish to cover the gubernatorial election in Edo State have been informed that online accreditation would commence on Monday, July 8, 2024.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disclosed that its portal would be open for the online accreditation of journalists and media organizations interested in covering the election in the state.
Journalists were advised to register only for accreditation for poll scheduled to hold on September 21, 2024 and would close on September 5, 2024.
The notice reads in parts: “INEC wishes to announce the commencement of online accreditation for journalists and media organizations intending to cover the Edo State governorship election.
“Media organizations interested in deploying journalists to cover the election are by this notice expected to apply via the commission’s website.
“The portal will open on Monday, July 8, 2024, and will close at midnight on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted, as the portal will automatically shut down at that time. No extensions will be granted.”