COCSOAC Supports INEC Amid Staff Redeployment Claims

The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations Against Corruption (COCSOAC) and more than 33 partner civil society organizations expressed confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during a press conference in Abuja on October 13, 2026. They urged Nigerians to be cautious regarding allegations of questionable staff redeployments within INEC.

The coalition appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider reappointing INEC Secretary Dr Rose Oriaran Anthony upon the expiration of her tenure. They stated that while INEC should be accountable, allegations must be backed by credible evidence.

COCSOAC noted an online publication alleging questionable staff redeployments, including the reassignment of a director from the North and placements of South-West officials in key departments, but emphasized that these claims had not been independently verified. The coalition argued that administrative transfers are legitimate management practices and urged responsible scrutiny from the media and civil society.