The Independent National Electoral Commission has again assured free, fair and credible elections in the November 11 governorship polls in Kogi, Bayelsa and Imo states.

The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, gave this assurance in his message on the off-cycle governorship polls on Thursday.

Yakubu, however, noted that the commission cannot conduct credible elections alone, noting that other stakeholders must play their parts.

“As with every election, lessons have been learnt from recent elections,” Yakubu disclosed on Thursday in a statement addressed to stakeholders.

Describing elections as a multi-stakeholder responsibility, he added, “We will continue to ensure free, fair, and credible and inclusive elections but INEC cannot do it alone.”

According to him, the commission has received assurances from the security agencies that the environment will be secure for electoral activities and all participants, including voters, electoral officials, accredited observers, the media and polling/collation agents.

“Political parties and candidates have signed the peace accord under the auspices of the National Peace Committee (NPC). Let us maintain the peace and play our roles conscientiously. By doing so, we shall continue to consolidate our democracy,” the INEC chairman added.