INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan Faces Resignation Calls

The INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, faces intensified calls for resignation following allegations of his connection to a controversial X account that purportedly displays support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Civil society organizations, political parties, and individuals have expressed concerns regarding Amupitan's impartiality in his role.

The allegations suggest that the account, which has undergone various name changes, was created on September 6, 2022, and has been linked to Amupitan through non-public data. Despite these claims, Amupitan denies operating the account and insists on maintaining political neutrality.

The controversy has led to accusations from the PDP leadership, with Kabiru Tanimu Turaki stating that Amupitan's resignation would benefit the integrity of the electoral process. The situation raises unresolved questions about the credibility of the electoral body and the potential implications for the upcoming elections.