African Democratic Congress Lawmakers Urge Tinubu to Oust INEC Chairman Amid Partisanship Concerns
The African Democratic Congress caucus in the House of Representatives has taken a decisive stance against the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof Joash Amupitan, over allegations of partisanship ahead of the 2027 elections. The caucus, led by Afam Ogene, has called for the removal of Amupitan from office and his prosecution, citing concerns about his impartiality and integrity.
According to Ogene, Amupitan's recent public statements and actions have raised serious doubts about his ability to oversee a free, fair, and credible election. The caucus leader pointed to Amupitan's alleged previous partisan comments on social media, as well as his sharing of controversial posts, which have sparked questions about his trustworthiness. Furthermore, digital forensic analysis suggests that Amupitan is indeed the owner of a social media account that has been linked to partisan activities, further eroding confidence in his impartiality.
The caucus's concerns about Amupitan's partisanship are compounded by the ongoing leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress party. INEC's decision to withdraw recognition of David Mark as the party's leader has been seen as an undemocratic move, which has exacerbated internal divisions and denied the party the opportunity to participate in the forthcoming elections. The caucus accuses INEC of intervening in the party's internal affairs, effectively abdicating its responsibility as an impartial arbiter.
The African Democratic Congress caucus is not alone in its concerns about INEC's actions. The party has warned of possible interference involving judicial actors, suggesting that the commission is colluding with certain elements within the judiciary to undermine the party's aspirations. The caucus has vowed to escalate its demands for Amupitan's removal and prosecution, and to hold INEC accountable for its actions.
The implications of this crisis are far-reaching, with the 2027 elections hanging in the balance. The African Democratic Congress caucus's call for Amupitan's resignation highlights the need for a neutral and impartial electoral commission to oversee the country's democratic processes. As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the fate of Nigeria's 2027 elections hangs in the balance, and the African Democratic Congress caucus is determined to ensure that they are free, fair, and credible.
Source: http://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2026/4/adc-reps-caucus-demands-inec-chairmans-removal.html
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