President Tinubu Appoints Nine INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners.
October 25, 2023, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has made significant appointments by appointing nine new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
This development was announced in a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale on Wednesday.
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The appointments come with a term of five (5) years each, pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. President Tinubu’s decision to appoint these individuals to key positions underscores his commitment to fostering a new era of transparent, equitable, and conflict-free electoral processes in Nigeria.
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The newly appointed Resident Electoral Commissioners are:
- Mr. Isah Shaka Ehimeakne – Edo State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Mr. Bamidele Agbede – Ekiti State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Mr. Jani Adamu Bello – Gombe State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Dr. Taiye Ilayasu – Kwara State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Dr. Bunmi Omoseyindemi – Lagos State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Alhaji Yahaya Bello – Nasarawa State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Prof. Mohammed Yalwa – Niger State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Dr. Anugbum Onuoha – Rivers State Resident Electoral Commissioner
- Mr. Abubakar Fawa Dambo – Zamfara State Resident Electoral Commissioner
These appointments demonstrate President Tinubu’s commitment to ensuring that INEC operates with the utmost professionalism and ethical standards. He expects the new appointees to uphold these high standards while executing their responsibilities.
The President’s vision is clear: to facilitate the establishment of a new and sustainable standard for transparent, fair, and conflict-free electoral conduct in Nigeria.
These appointments are seen as a significant step in achieving this goal, promoting free and fair elections, and maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic processes. As the RECs take up their roles, they will play pivotal roles in shaping the future of Nigeria’s electoral landscape.
