JUST IN: Senate Confirms Prof. Joash Amupitan As INEC Chairman — Vows To Uphold Electoral Integrity And Institutional Independence

In a major political development, the Nigerian Senate on Thursday confirmed the appointment of Professor Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following his nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Amupitan’s confirmation came after a rigorous screening session on the Senate floor, where lawmakers scrutinized his credentials, vision, and readiness to steer the nation’s electoral body through a new phase of reform and accountability.

During his address to the senators, Professor Amupitan — a distinguished legal scholar and advocate of good governance — pledged to safeguard INEC’s independence, strengthen electoral processes, and restore public trust in Nigeria’s democratic institutions.

> “Under my leadership, INEC will maintain its independence, ensure transparency, and deepen the integrity of our elections,” Amupitan assured the lawmakers, promising to introduce innovative mechanisms that would address recurring logistical and credibility challenges witnessed in past polls.

His confirmation has sparked a wave of reactions across the political spectrum, with observers expressing optimism that Amupitan’s legal background and reformist stance could usher in a new era of credibility and efficiency in Nigeria’s electoral system.

The newly confirmed INEC boss is expected to immediately begin consultations with key stakeholders — including political parties, civil society organizations, and international partners — ahead of upcoming off-cycle elections and future national polls.

With Amupitan now at the helm, Nigerians are watching keenly to see whether his tenure will redefine the commission’s role as a truly independent umpire in the country’s democratic journey.