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Tinubu to Amupitan: Ensure 2027 Elections Are Transparent and Free of Violence

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Dr. Abbas Amupitan, to prioritise transparency, credibility, and peace in the conduct of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday, Tinubu emphasised that the credibility of any democracy rests on the integrity of its electoral system.

He urged Amupitan to build public confidence by ensuring that every vote counts and that election outcomes truly reflect the will of the people. The President also warned against electoral malpractice and political thuggery, stressing that his administration would not tolerate violence or manipulation during the polls.

Tinubu reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening democratic institutions, urging political actors to uphold the rule of law and avoid actions capable of undermining national unity. In response, Amupitan pledged to reform electoral processes and adopt technology to enhance transparency and credibility.