Attacks on INEC Chairman Threaten Electoral Confidence

Civil society organizations have expressed concern that ongoing attacks on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, could erode public confidence in Nigeria's electoral system.

During a press conference convened by the Human Welfare Social Development Initiative, the coalition condemned the campaign against Amupitan, which they attribute to certain political elites. The coalition, which includes notable figures such as Felix Attah and Kennedi Tabuko, highlighted the importance of adhering to the rule of law and maintaining institutional integrity.

They praised Amupitan's leadership reforms aimed at enhancing electoral transparency and accountability, particularly in light of the upcoming 2027 general elections. The coalition urged Nigerians to support democratic institutions and resist politically motivated misinformation.

They emphasized that sustaining public confidence in the electoral body is crucial for ensuring credible and widely accepted election outcomes, especially amid increasing scrutiny of Nigeria's electoral processes.