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Tinubu Picks “Apolitical” Kogi Professor as INEC Boss

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
October 9, 2025
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President Bola Tinubu’s decision to pick an “apolitical” Kogi professor as INEC boss says a lot about the kind of image he wants to project, fairness, neutrality, and control. In announcing Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the new electoral chief, Tinubu stressed that the Kogi-born law professor was chosen for his integrity and record of service, not for politics. It’s a move that looks clean for now but has already started a quiet debate over whether anyone appointed by a sitting president can truly be apolitical.

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  • A Kogi Professor in the Spotlight
  • Between Integrity and Power
  • What Comes Next

A Kogi Professor in the Spotlight

Tinubu described Amupitan as a man of proven character, noting he is the first person from Kogi State to ever lead the electoral body. At 58, the professor of law from the University of Jos brings decades of legal and academic experience to the job. He currently serves as Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the university and chairs the governing council of Joseph Ayo Babalola University. His appointment was unanimously backed by the National Council of State, with members applauding his clean image and calm intellect. Still, some Nigerians are not convinced that being “apolitical” can survive the pressures that come with being INEC boss.

Tinubu Picks “Apolitical” Kogi Professor as INEC Boss

Between Integrity and Power

Professor Amupitan’s résumé is impressive, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, author of books on company law, evidence, and governance, and a man with long service in academia and corporate boards. But his new role is not just about credentials, it’s about public trust. Nigerians have seen enough elections to know that integrity is easier spoken than sustained. Tinubu’s choice of an “apolitical” Kogi professor as INEC boss could either signal a genuine attempt to fix the electoral image or simply another political calculation dressed in noble language.

What Comes Next

Once confirmed by the Senate, Amupitan will become Nigeria’s 15th INEC Chairman, taking over from Mahmood Yakubu after a decade in charge. Expectations are already sky-high. The coming elections will test how “apolitical” the new chairman can truly be in a country where every decision by INEC is viewed through a political lens. Tinubu may have picked an “apolitical” Kogi professor as INEC boss, but Nigerians will be watching closely to see whether neutrality can truly thrive under political power.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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