The Accord Party has said all eyes will be on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as it conducts the Anambra governorship election on November 8, 2025. The party recently revealed that the poll will be the first major test of Professor Joash Amupitan’s leadership as chairman of the commission.
In a press statement signed by Barrister Maxwell Mgbudem, the party’s National Chairman, Accord congratulated Amupitan on his swearing-in by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following his confirmation by the Council of State and the National Assembly.
According to the party, the appointment was well deserved because Professor Amupitan’s track record as a respected legal scholar, academic, and administrator makes him suited for the role.
“It is a well-deserved appointment based on his track record and wealth of experience as a legal luminary, esteemed academic and seasoned administrator,” he said.
The party further urged the new INEC boss to carry out his duties with courage and impartiality, stressing that Nigerians are looking up to him to rise to the challenge of delivering credible elections at a time when public confidence needs to be rebuilt.
Maxwell Mgbudem concluded by saying that citizens expect INEC to ensure every vote counts during elections.
“The challenges ahead are enormous and will require patriotism and collaboration with critical stakeholders to deliver free, fair, credible, transparent and inclusive elections.
Adequate preparation should be made ensuring that electoral materials and equipment are ready and functional to avoid glitches and logistical issues.
Being the first election to be conducted by Professor Joash Amupitan, all eyes will be on the commission to rate his performance.
The party urges Professor Amupitan to consolidate on the innovations introduced by his predecessor, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, and improve on them to deliver credible and acceptable elections. This will go a long way to rebuild trust in the electoral process and reduce litigations that overheat the polity after elections,” he added.
