The Inter Party Advisory Council has called for the amendment of state electoral laws to give room for preparation.
The council made the appeal during an extraordinary meeting held in Dutse, Jigawa State capital, on Monday.
In a communique jointly signed by the Chairman, Murtala Musa, and the Secretary, Isa Adams, the council highlighted the need for reform in light of the prevailing economic, social, and political circumstances affecting citizens across the state.
The council emphasized the extensive hardship faced by the populace, requiring immediate and effective intervention from all stakeholders, according to Daily Post.
The council noted that with current realities, the amendment bill should give room of 360 days for political parties to prepare.
“To reflect the current realities, there is a need to reform and amend the state’s electoral law, granting political parties a notice period of 360 days for adequate preparation,” it stated.
While the Jigawa State LG election is scheduled to hold in June, the council unanimously advised its postponement to a later date.