The Electoral Commission (EC) has reversed its initial directive that restricted media access to constituency and regional collation centres.

In a statement released on Monday, December 2, 2024, the EC announced that, following internal discussions and consultations with key media stakeholders, journalists with photo accreditation for covering polling stations will now be allowed to use the same accreditation to access constituency and regional collation centres.

“From Saturday, December 7, 2024, media persons can access Constituency and Regional Collation Centres using their photo accreditation cards issued by the EC,” it noted.

The Commission further reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that the revised accreditation system is intended to provide media professionals with greater access and flexibility during the election.

“The EC is desirous to maintain the highest level of transparency and accountability in its operations. The revised media accreditation aims to provide media personnel with greater flexibility and access to key election centres. This commitment is to ensure that the media can effectively cover the electoral process, and this change reflects that commitment," it indicated.

An initial directive by the EC limited media access to eight accredited media houses at each constituency collation centre and twelve at regional centres.

Read the full statement below:



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