The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed a date for the conduct of the Rivers South-East Senatorial District by-election in Rivers.

The announcement was made as part of preparations to fill the vacant seat in the National Assembly following electoral developments affecting the constituency.

INEC said the exercise will follow its established timetable for bye-elections, including voter verification, campaign guidelines, and deployment of election materials across affected polling units.

The Rivers South-East Senatorial District covers several local government areas, including Andoni, Eleme, Gokana, Khana, Opobo-Nkoro, Oyigbo and Tai.

The commission urged political parties and stakeholders to comply strictly with electoral rules, warning against violence and electoral malpractice during the process.

Further details on the exact date and full schedule of activities are expected to be released in the official timetable by the electoral body.

The by-election is part of INEC’s broader effort to ensure representation in legislative seats that become vacant between general elections.