Diaspora Group Calls for INEC Chairman’s Resignation Over Trust Concerns
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A diaspora-based advocacy organisation, Nigerians in Diaspora for Good Governance, has urged the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, to step down, citing declining public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system.
The call was made during a global press briefing in Abuja, where the group’s president, Dr. Raymond Edoh, expressed concerns about what he described as a growing credibility crisis within the electoral body. He argued that leadership integrity remains central to restoring faith in democratic processes.
Edoh maintained that recent developments have weakened citizens’ trust in the commission, stressing that voluntary resignation would help rebuild institutional confidence and protect Nigeria’s democratic reputation.
The group also raised broader political concerns, warning against what it perceives as increasing pressure on opposition parties. It pointed to internal disputes within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that Senator David Mark remains a key figure in the party’s leadership structure.
According to the organisation, any move toward limiting political pluralism would undermine the country’s democratic foundations and reverse gains made since the return to civilian rule.
Edoh further called on President Bola Tinubu to uphold democratic values and ensure that governance remains transparent and inclusive. He described the moment as a critical test of leadership and commitment to democratic ideals.
The group cautioned that continued dissatisfaction with electoral processes could trigger nationwide peaceful protests, particularly among young Nigerians, if concerns are not addressed.
It also appealed to international bodies, including the United Nations, the European Union, and the United States, to closely monitor Nigeria’s political climate and support efforts aimed at safeguarding democratic institutions and the rule of law.
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