GIS in Spatial Distribution of Polling Units within Afikpo, South-Eastern Nigeria: A Tool for a Successful Poll
Journal Title: Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International - Year 2017, Vol 11, Issue 4
Abstract
A polling unit is defined as a designated location where registered voters cast their votes on election days. Information about where polling units are located and other attribute information is critical for proper planning, delivery and distribution of election materials, as well as allowing citizens to participate on an election day. The aim of this study is to map out the polling units in Ohaisu ‘A’ registration area of Afikpo using Geographic Information System (GIS). It uses analogue Topographic map (as a base map) of 1:50000 covering the project site, questionnaires to gather attribute information about each polling units and handheld (Garmin GPSMAP 76c) GPS receiver for point positioning to produce the a map of the polling units and linked with their associated attribute data using ArcGIS 10.0 software. The study reveals that information on the spatial distribution of polling unit is a yardstick to an effective and successful election exercise. Hence, this work is recommended to serve as information medium for government, electoral officers and the electorates. This is to add value to decision-making and planning processes in Nigeria election process.
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A. Emakoji Moses, S. Nwoha Chinemerem
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