Tinubu Appoints Prof. Joash Amupitan as New INEC Chairman — A New Era for Nigeria’s Electoral Future
In a major political development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), marking the beginning of a new phase in Nigeria’s democratic process.
The appointment, announced on October 9, 2025, follows the exit of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure ended earlier in the month. Before this confirmation, May Agbamuche-Mbu briefly served as Acting INEC Chairman.
Prof. Amupitan, a respected Senior Advocate of Nigeria and seasoned academic, brings decades of legal and constitutional experience to the position. His nomination was approved by the National Council of State and is now awaiting Senate confirmation.
Political observers say this appointment could signal a fresh push for electoral transparency and reform under Tinubu’s administration.
As Nigerians anticipate the Senate’s decision, the public eye remains fixed on how Amupitan’s leadership will shape the future of Nigeria’s elections and democratic credibility.
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