The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, has assured Nigerians that the Commission will work hand in hand with the National Assembly to strengthen the nation’s electoral process.
Prof. Amupitan said the goal is to build a transparent, credible, and fair system that reflects the will of the people.
The electoral umpire head gave this assurance at the 56th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers (NALT), held at the Federal University of Lokoja.
According to INEC, the chairman reaffirmed his readiness to engage lawmakers as the review of the Electoral Act continues.
He said this collaboration would help introduce reforms that address issues noticed in past elections.
“I will start waiting to participate in the National Assembly to be sure that we have a learning electoral process and laws that you and I and Nigerians should be proud of,” Amupitan said.
He described a strong legal framework as the backbone of a credible election system, stressing that “law is not merely a set of rules but a foundation upon which societies build their progress.”
POLITICS NIGERIA reports that the INEC chairman also emphasized the need to reduce post-election disputes by making the process more transparent.
“Let us not see electoral petitions in court,” he urged, calling for elections that truly represent the people’s choice.
During the event, Prof. Amupitan was honoured by the Federal University of Lokoja with a plaque of recognition for his “dedication, hard work, and inspiration to many.”
He used the opportunity to appreciate the academic community and encouraged them to continue supporting the growth of Nigeria’s democracy.
Amupitan, who took office on October 23, was sworn in by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after Senate confirmation a week earlier. His appointment followed the exit of Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, who led the Commission from 2015 until October 2025.
Recall that shortly after his confirmation, Amupitan had promised to build on the achievements of his predecessor while ensuring that upcoming elections meet both local and international standards of credibility.
The article was originally published on Politics Nigeria.
