Oldest Serving National Commissioner Mrs. May Agbamuche Takes Charge as INEC Awaits Substantive Appointment

In a significant leadership transition, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially handed over its leadership to Mrs. May Agbamuche as the Acting National Chairman. The handover took place today during an ongoing meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) at the INEC headquarters in Abuja.

The transition marks the end of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s tenure as the immediate past National Chairman. Professor Yakubu formally handed over the leadership role to Mrs. Agbamuche, soliciting the unwavering support of the commission’s other National Commissioners and directors. This support is deemed crucial for the seamless operation of INEC until the Federal Government announces the appointment of a substantive chairman.

Mrs. Agbamuche, who now steps into the interim role, holds the distinction of being the oldest serving National Commissioner within the electoral body, according to Benue State Network News. Her extensive experience is expected to guide INEC through this transitional period as the nation’s electoral body continues to manage its administrative affairs following the expiration of the former chairman’s tenure.

The development comes at a critical time as INEC prepares for future electoral processes, with stakeholders looking to the interim leadership for stability and continuity. Further updates on the appointment of a substantive chairman are awaited from the Federal Government.

Source: Benue State Network News