May Agbamuche-Mbu Takes Charge as Acting INEC Chairman, Ensures Stability and Legal Compliance

May Agbamuche-Mbu has been appointed as the acting Chairman of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the formal handover from Professor Mahmood Yakubu. Agbamuche-Mbu, a national commissioner, brings extensive legal and administrative experience to the role.

Her appointment comes at a crucial time as INEC gears up for upcoming elections and voter registration exercises. Professor Yakubu emphasized the importance of continuity and urged staff to support Agbamuche-Mbu during the transition phase.

Agbamuche-Mbu will lead the commission until a substantive chairman is appointed, ensuring stability and legal compliance within the electoral body.