The Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), says Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi has assumed duty as the new Resident Electoral Commissioner, (REC), in Yobe State.

This was contained in a press statement signed by the Head of Voter Education & Publicity Department of the Commission, Rifkatu Duku.

According to the statement, the new REC is “a veteran and seasoned administrator” who served in many federal agencies in the country.

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The statement added that, until his re-appointment and subsequent deployment to Yobe State, Alhaji Abdullahi was the immediate past INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner of Bauchi State.

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The Commission expressed optimism that his wealth of experience in the service to his fatherland will in no small measure add value to ensure free, fair, credible and all-inclusive elections in Yobe State.

“We wish him a successful stay and pray for a cordial relationship with all stakeholders”, the statement added.