A Commissioner with the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC), Suleiman Yahaya Vokna, has officially resigned from his position.

In a statement personally signed and released to media practitioners on Friday, in Yola, the state capital, Vokna said his decision to step down was taken after careful reflection and is driven by personal reasons and the desire to pursue other interests.

“This decision was not made lightly. It stems from personal reasons and the desire to pursue other interests. After due reflection, I believe stepping aside at this time serves the best interest of both myself and the commission,” the statement read.
Vokna expressed deep appreciation to the Executive Governor of Adamawa State for the trust and confidence reposed in him through his appointment.

He described his time at ADSIEC as an honour and a privilege, contributing to the strengthening of democratic governance in the state.

He also emphasised his commitment to the core values of integrity, impartiality, and transparency, which he stated are essential to maintaining the credibility of electoral institutions.
“Throughout my tenure, I have remained steadfast to the core values of integrity, impartiality, and transparency. I am deeply proud of the collective achievements of the Commission and extend my heartfelt gratitude to my colleagues for their support, professionalism, and teamwork,” Vokna stated.

The outgoing commissioner also extended his best wishes to the governor, the government of Adamawa State, and the leadership and staff of ADSIEC, expressing hope for their continued success in delivering credible elections.

Vokna served as a commissioner at ADSIEC during a period marked by increased efforts to strengthen electoral processes in the state.