The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)  has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening public confidence in the electoral process ahead of the 2026 off-cycle elections and the 2027 General Election.

‎The Chairman of the Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan stated this on Tuesday at a Leadership Workshop organised by the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) for INEC leadership, holding from the 13th to the 15th of January

‎Professor Amupitan described the workmkshop as timely, noting that the Commission was navigating a critical period of leadership transition marked by changes at the top and the retirement of several directors and senior management staff

‎He reaffirmed that under his leadership, the Commission remained committed to delivering credible, transparent and inclusive elections in strict compliance with the Constitution, the Electoral Act 2022 and the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines.

‎The INEC boss added that rebuilding public confidence was a daily operational responsibility that guided every decision of the Commission.

 

Edited by Favour Owonibi.