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Osun poll, nationwide elections top priority, Amupitan tells Plateau SANs
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Osun poll, nationwide elections top priority, Amupitan tells Plateau SANs

From Vanguard · () English

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  • The Chairman of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, stated the commission's immediate focus is the Osun State governorship election and preparations for future national elections.
  • Amupitan made these remarks while receiving a congratulatory visit from the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) on the Plateau.
  • He appealed for continued prayers and support from Nigerians, especially the legal community, as INEC carries out its constitutional mandate.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is prioritizing the upcoming Osun State governorship election and preparations for future nationwide electoral activities, according to INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan.

Amupitan shared these priorities during a visit from the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) resident on the Plateau. The delegation, led by Pius A. Akubo, SAN, congratulated Amupitan on his appointment, describing it as a "historic milestone" for Nigeria's democracy.

historic milestone

— Pius A. Akubo, SANDescribing Prof. Amupitan's appointment.

Expressing gratitude for the visit, Amupitan acknowledged the Plateau SANs as family and recalled his professional ties to the state's legal community. He paid tribute to late senior advocates from Plateau, whose passing he described as a significant loss to the legal profession.

The INEC Chairman urged Nigerians, particularly legal professionals, to continue offering prayers and support as the commission fulfills its constitutional duties. He also commended his National Commissioners, the Secretary to the Commission, directors, and technical aides for their consistent support, referring to them as the "generals" behind recent election successes.

generals

— Prof. Joash AmupitanReferring to his National Commissioners, Secretary, directors, and technical aides.
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