INEC boss pledges credible Ekiti election and warns against vote-buying
Joash Amupitan, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has reassured voters in Ekiti State that their votes will count in the upcoming governorship election. He emphasized the commission’s commitment to transparency, fairness, and credible elections, while warning that vote-buying is a criminal offence. The updated voters register, containing over one million names, was presented to political parties and stakeholders. Sam Olumekun and Bunmi Omoseyindemi also reiterated INEC’s dedication to neutrality and peaceful conduct during the election process.
Key takeaways
- Joash Amupitan assured Ekiti voters that their votes will count in the June 20, 2026 governorship election.
- Vote-buying was described as a criminal offence, with immediate arrest and prosecution promised for offenders.
- The updated voters register, with 1,059,660 registered voters, was presented after a rigorous verification process.
- Sam Olumekun stated the register presented on 20th June, 2026 will be used for the election and emphasized INEC’s neutrality.
- Bunmi Omoseyindemi urged political parties and supporters to maintain peace and adhere to democratic values as the election approaches.
