INEC: Upholding Election Integrity is Our Top Priority – Prof. Amupitan

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Vow to Uphold Integrity
• Call for Collaboration
• Restoring Voter Confidence

The newly sworn-in Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has committed to maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral process, deeming it non-negotiable.

Prof. Amupitan made this commitment on Thursday in Abuja during his inaugural meeting with directors, shortly after being sworn in by President Bola Tinubu.

He expressed his determination to ensure free, fair, and credible elections that truly reflect the will of Nigerians, stating, “It is with immense gratitude and a profound sense of responsibility that I stand before you today as your new Chairman. Our mandate is clear – to conduct free, fair, and credible elections that represent the desires of the Nigerian populace."

“The eyes of the nation are upon us, and it is our duty to rise to this occasion. I have recently been briefed about some of the preparations. However, as I mentioned to the acting chairman, our efforts, no matter how well-planned, are only as effective as the cooperation and support we receive from stakeholders, including politicians and the general public."

“So, the eyes of Nigeria are upon us. Today, I am here to emphasize the necessity for us to work together in unity. There should be synergy and collaboration among our various units, as I have been informed. The credibility of our elections is crucial, and we must ensure that every voter feels confident that their vote will count, as this is a constitutional duty."

“Let us restore the confidence of every voter so that whenever there is an election, they know their vote will count, helping us to address the issue of voter apathy in our nation. Let us break down silos. I must emphasize that we should not compromise our values or processes, as that could lead to serious consequences. The integrity of our elections is not something we should negotiate,” he added.

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