IEBC Chairperson Ethokon Edong has issued stern warnings to candidates ahead of Thursday's by-elections, prohibiting them from bringing supporters or "goons" to tallying centers to ensure peace and integrity.

• The IEBC expects a 70% voter turnout in the upcoming by-elections.
• Chairperson Ethokon Edong emphasized that only candidates, media, observers, party representatives, and senior party leaders will be allowed at tallying stations.
• Security measures, including deployments by the National Police Service, are in place to safeguard voters, officials, and election materials.