The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has identified a total of 299 flashpoints among polling units in Ekiti State ahead of the July 14 governorship election in the state.

The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Abdulganiyu Raji made the revelation on Tuesday while speaking at the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room in Abuja.

Raji said the commission had put measures in place for a credible and peaceful election and was working with security agencies and other stakeholders to address challenges before the poll.

“We have identified 299 flashpoints polling units within the state and we are preparing for them; but before the election, some of the threat areas would have been addressed.

“We have submitted the necessary information to the commissioner of police in the state and our national commissioner has forwarded the information to the deputy inspector-general of police for necessary action.

“Presently, our election risk management desk is working on flashpoints mapping to make it easier for stakeholders to read,” Raji said.

He therefore appealed to the civil society organizations to join the electoral body in appealing to political parties, candidates and their members to stop hate speeches as well as rumour mongering.