Tinubu’s appointment of Amupitan as the first INEC Chairman from Kogi State marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electoral history.
In a historic decision, the National Council of State has appointed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This marks the first time a person from Kogi State will occupy the prestigious position, breaking new ground in the nation’s political landscape.
The announcement, confirmed by President Bola Tinubu’s aide Bayo Onanuga on X, comes after the completion of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s 10-year tenure as INEC Chairman. The Council’s unanimous approval of Amupitan’s appointment during its meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, is seen as a momentous occasion for both Kogi State and the country as a whole.
Professor Amupitan, a 58-year-old renowned law professor and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has become the first individual from Kogi State to be nominated for this vital role. His appointment is celebrated as a historic achievement for the North-Central region, which has often been underrepresented in such high-profile roles.
Amupitan’s selection follows years of exemplary service in academia and law, and his new role is expected to further strengthen the electoral commission’s credibility as the country gears up for future elections.
President Tinubu emphasized that Amupitan’s deep legal expertise and commitment to justice would guide INEC through its next phase of development.
