INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan assures Nigerians of full readiness, transparency, and security ahead of the Anambra Governorship Election on November 8, 2025.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated its total preparedness to conduct a credible, peaceful, and transparent Anambra Governorship Election slated for Saturday, November 8, 2025.
INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, gave this assurance during a working visit to the commission’s office in Awka, emphasizing that INEC is unwavering in its constitutional responsibility to ensure that every vote counts and the people’s will prevails.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Dayo Oketola, Amupitan warned against attempts by any vested interests to undermine or discredit the Anambra Governorship Election, affirming that INEC’s focus remains on fairness, transparency, and professionalism.
“Our duty is to the people of this nation,” Amupitan declared. “We are fully prepared to deliver an election that is free, fair, and reflective of the people’s will. INEC’s commitment to electoral integrity is absolute.”
The INEC Chairman said the commission had completed all critical stages of preparation — from logistics and training to technological deployment — ahead of the Anambra Governorship Election.
He added that a comprehensive security strategy had been put in place in collaboration with all relevant agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, DSS, and NSCDC, to protect voters, election materials, and staff during the exercise.
Amupitan called on political parties and candidates to conduct themselves peacefully, stressing that elections should not be viewed as a contest of hostility but as a democratic process for service and leadership.
He assured Nigerians that INEC’s new operational model prioritizes transparency, security, and technology-driven efficiency.
“With the adoption of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), instances of voter impersonation, ballot manipulation, or double voting have been drastically curtailed,” he said.
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Anambra State, Dr. Elizabeth Agwu, confirmed that all non-sensitive materials have been successfully distributed across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state, while sensitive materials are securely stored under surveillance pending distribution.
Dr. Agwu added that the BVAS devices have been fully configured, tested, and certified ready for field deployment.
“We have left nothing to chance. From staff training to logistics coordination, every step has been carefully executed,” she said.
She also disclosed that backup generators and power units have been deployed to critical centers to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply, especially at collation points, data transmission hubs, and result viewing centers.
According to her, INEC has intensified voter education campaigns across the three senatorial zones of Anambra to encourage voter participation and reduce misinformation.
“Our awareness programs have been ongoing through community leaders, religious institutions, and media outlets,” she explained.
To verify the final stage of readiness, Professor Amupitan led a delegation of INEC National Commissioners to inspect facilities in Oyi and Awka South Local Government Areas.
The delegation included Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, Malam Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Professor Abdullahi Zuru, Mr. Sam Olumekun, Professor Sami Adam, Dr. Baba Bila, and Professor Sunday Aja.
Their visit covered assessments of material storage centers, distribution logistics, staff deployment schedules, and power backup systems.
The inspection, Amupitan said, was part of INEC’s effort to maintain transparency and ensure that no aspect of the Anambra Governorship Election process is left unattended.
“We are not just checking readiness — we are reinforcing accountability,” he stated.
“Every logistical and technological detail matters because they collectively define the credibility of the outcome.”
The INEC Chairman praised the dedication of field officers and expressed confidence in their ability to manage election-day operations efficiently.
He urged them to remain impartial and diligent in discharging their duties, as public confidence in democracy largely depends on their professionalism.
Amupitan emphasized that the Anambra Governorship Election would serve as a major test of INEC’s ongoing reforms.
“Each election is a chance to strengthen democracy,” he said.
“We are determined that this election will stand as a model of credibility, security, and people’s participation.”
Observers and analysts believe that Anambra’s poll is not just a regional contest but a national reflection of Nigeria’s electoral progress.
The state’s political relevance and history of competitive elections make it a proving ground for INEC’s operational innovations.
Civil society groups and international partners have expressed optimism about INEC’s readiness.
They commended the commission’s improved logistics management, stakeholder engagement, and deployment of technology to minimize human interference in the process.
Security agencies have reportedly finalized joint operations to provide adequate coverage for all polling units, collation centers, and sensitive material routes.
The Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) in Anambra has confirmed coordination among various security bodies to ensure that the election is conducted without violence or intimidation.
INEC also reiterated its policy of real-time result transmission, assuring that all results will be electronically uploaded from the polling units to the INEC Result Viewing (IReV) Portal for public access.
This measure, the Chairman said, will prevent post-election manipulation and enhance trust.
“Transparency is the oxygen of democracy,” Amupitan remarked. “When citizens can see results in real-time, faith in the process is restored. That is what the Anambra Governorship Election represents — a new standard of openness and credibility.”
As the election draws closer, the message from INEC remains consistent — the commission is ready, focused, and determined to protect the sanctity of the ballot.
With logistics finalized, security reinforced, and technology tested, all eyes are now on Anambra State, where history once again calls for a demonstration of democratic maturity.
Professor Amupitan ended his visit with a note of assurance: “INEC stands as the guardian of Nigeria’s democracy. Our pledge to the people is simple, your vote will count, and your voice will be heard.”
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