Senator Theodore Orji Kalu has publicly responded to Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, following controversy surrounding Amupitan’s nomination as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Senator Kalu reportedly told Amupitan that his CV “almost sent me back to school,” a remark highlighting the senator’s impression of Amupitan’s extensive academic and legal credentials. Professor Amupitan’s nomination has sparked heated debates across Nigeria, with mixed reactions from the political class and legal professionals.
While President Bola Tinubu described Amupitan as an “apolitical figure of impeccable integrity,” opposition groups and over 1,000 lawyers have urged the Senate to reject his nomination due to an alleged conflict of interest linked to his supposed involvement with the All Progressives Congress during the 2023 Presidential Election Petition.
However, court documents show Amupitan was not part of the legal team in that dispute, a point Amupitan’s supporters have cited in defense.
The controversy has further polarized public opinion on Nigeria’s electoral reforms, with some expressing cautious optimism about Amupitan’s leadership abilities and others fearing continued political interference in the electoral process. Senator Kalu’s comment underscores the esteem in which Amupitan’s qualifications are held by some lawmakers, even as the Senate prepares to deliberate on his confirmation. This development marks a critical moment for Nigeria’s electoral body, with intense scrutiny on its future direction ahead of the 2027 general elections and broader calls for electoral transparency and reform.Continue, Full, Reading>>>>
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