INEC vows to improve 2027 elections after Osun success

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has pledged to improve its performance for the 2027 general elections following positive feedback on the Osun State governorship poll. Stakeholders commended the commission's recent conduct, viewing it as a sign of progress in Nigeria's electoral process.
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Electoral integrity is critical for political stability in Nigeria, and INEC's commitment to improvement is a key indicator of democratic health.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has pledged to improve its conduct of elections in the 2027 general elections, following commendations for the outcome of the Osun State governorship poll. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information/Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, gave the assurance on Thursday when he received a solidarity delegation at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The delegation, comprising political parties, civil society organisations, community leaders, youth groups, women leaders and other democratic stakeholders, visited the commission to commend its Chairman, Prof Joash Amupitan (SAN), and the commission for the conduct of the August 15 Osun governorship election. Haruna, who represented the commission, said INEC remained committed to conducting free, fair and credible elections, adding that the electoral body would continue to improve on its performance. He said, “We are committed to conducting free, fair and credible elections.
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