Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum has said that the appointment of Prof. Joash Amupitan As the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will inspire confidence among Nigerians and also serve as a catalyst for a more credible elections.
Its Chairman, Dr. Dominic Alancha in a statement issued yesterday the well-deserved appointment was a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions and restoring public confidence in the electoral process.
He noted: “His appointment reflects a commitment to meritocracy and national inclusiveness, and as a Forum believes he will steer the Commission with independence, transparency, and excellence at a time when our democracy requires bold, ethical, and visionary leadership.
“The Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum also wishes to express profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making this strategic and commendable choice, as well as to the Council of State for their endorsement and support of Prof. Amupitan’s nomination.”
Alancha added that the decision demonstrated a clear commitment by the current administration to electoral reform, national unity, and competent leadership across all arms of governance.
“We believe this appointment will inspire confidence among Nigerians, particularly the youth, and the organised civil society and serve as a catalyst for a more credible, technologically advanced, and peaceful electoral process in the years to come,” he said.
Alancha stressed that this appointment reflects the federal government’s recognition of the deep well-being of talent and integrity that exists within the North-central region and among its diverse ethnic nationalities.
The group called on all Nigerians—regardless of region, ethnicity, or political affiliation—to support Amupitan as he embarks on this crucial national assignment.