Labour Party chairmen oppose calls for Amupitan’s resignation
Joash Amupitan, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, has received backing from the 36 elected state chairmen of the Labour Party. The chairmen rejected demands for his resignation and cautioned against conducting fresh congresses for the party. Abdurrahim Chindo announced their position at a press conference in Abuja, emphasizing the importance of due process. The controversy follows allegations and political tension surrounding the INEC chairman.
Key takeaways
- The 36 Labour Party state chairmen rejected calls for Joash Amupitan’s resignation and warned against fresh congresses.
- Abdurrahim Chindo stated that any concerns about public office holders should follow due process, not social media campaigns.
- The chairmen commended INEC’s independence and expressed satisfaction with Amupitan’s performance.
- They cautioned INEC against recognising or monitoring congresses organized by rival factions, calling such moves a threat to party stability.
- The chairmen insisted that only a court of competent jurisdiction can nullify congresses monitored by INEC.
