The North‑Central All Progressives Congress Forum has praised President Bola Tinubu for appointing Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission. Amupitan, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria from Kogi State, will now oversee the country’s electoral system.
Forum Chairman Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga issued a statement in Abuja, commending the National Council of State for approving the appointment. The Forum expressed pride in Amupitan’s selection, citing his distinguished record as a legal scholar, practitioner, and university administrator. They assured President Tinubu and the Nigerian people that Amupitan will deliver credible elections throughout his tenure.
As a Professor of Law at the University of Jos, Amupitan has lectured and mentored generations of lawyers and academics for over three decades. The Forum believes his experience and capacity make him an ideal choice for the role and called on Nigerians—especially stakeholders in the electoral system—to support him in his new position.
The appointment is seen as a testament to the North‑Central region’s caliber of human resources. The Forum thanked President Tinubu for recognizing the region’s potential and selecting one of its own for this critical role. With crucial elections approaching, the Forum’s endorsement underscores the importance of his position in ensuring free and fair elections in Nigeria.
This development highlights the government’s commitment to appointing qualified candidates to key positions. The National Council of State’s approval underscores the value of consensus‑building in Nigeria’s governance structure. As Amupitan begins his tenure, his performance will be closely watched by Nigerians and the international community, with high expectations for credible and transparent elections.
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