The Kaiama Declaration, which led to the foundation of IYC, was issued by Ijaw youths on December 11, 1998.
It was learnt that the officials were freed on Monday.
“I call on political actors not to beat the drums of war preparatory to elections. Let us be civil in what we say.”
According to Mr Ifogah, the officer is hale and hearty.
Sorting and counting of votes have commenced in many polling units in Bayelsa after voting in the governorship election ended at 2:30 p.m.
The polling unit has 822 registered voters.
There was an early arrival of election materials at polling units in Yenagoa.
INEC also revealed that a boat conveying election materials and 12 election officials capsized in Southern Ijaw LGA.
“The distribution took place earlier today in the presence of political parties and security agencies.”
“I want to let you know that our BIVAS have been customised for INEC.’’
