INEC's Joash Amupitan Reveals New Salary Structure

On October 6, 2026, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), announced a new salary structure for INEC staff, which will now operate independently from the general civil service pay scale. Amupitan acknowledged that INEC staff are among the lowest-paid workers in Nigeria.

He made this announcement during a world press conference and national stakeholders meeting focused on preparations for the 2027 general elections. The chairman linked the salary reform to the commission's ability to demand higher performance standards from its workforce, suggesting that low pay has historically undermined accountability within the commission.

The announcement was part of a broader agenda-setting effort for the upcoming elections, where credibility and operational readiness were highlighted as key concerns. The disclosure garnered significant attention online, with various Nigerians sharing their opinions on the matter.