Amupitan: Gombe, Kano, Bauchi, Delta By-elections Offered Vital Lessons for General Election
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has described yesterday’s legislative by-elections held across Gombe, Kano, Bauchi, and Delta states as
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, highlighted the significance of legislative by-elections held in Gombe, Kano, Bauchi, and Delta states as valuable lessons for upcoming general elections. At INEC's National Situation Room in Abuja, Amupitan emphasized that no election should be considered trivial or routine.
These four by-elections served as critical dress rehearsals, offering indispensable operational insights. Amupitan stated, "These four by-elections provide indispensable operational lessons for the commission as we systematically chart our roadmap toward the 2027 general election." The commission's primary focus was on monitoring and proactively resolving any challenges that arose.
Amupitan reassured Nigerians of the commission's commitment to maintaining electoral integrity and refining processes for higher efficiency.
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