INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan Announces 2027 Election Prep

On October 20, 2026, Prof. Joash Amupitan, the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), announced that sensitive materials for the 2027 elections have begun to arrive. This announcement was made during an interactive meeting with INEC staff and a readiness assessment visit to Enugu State.

Amupitan outlined the commission's preparations, which include the procurement of election materials and vehicles, facility upgrades, staff training, and measures to enhance election logistics. The visit to Enugu State is part of INEC's nationwide physical assessment tour, following similar assessments in the South-West, North-Central, and North-West zones.

He described the upcoming election as a critical test of the commission's preparedness and stated that training programs would soon commence to prepare personnel for their responsibilities, especially in light of changes from the new Electoral Act. Amupitan stressed the need for strict neutrality among staff and warned against any misconduct that could undermine the integrity of the elections.