Senate President Godswill Akpabio has publicly supported Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman Joash Amupitan amid renewed scrutiny over a social media post attributed to him. The controversy involves a message on X, formerly Twitter, containing the phrase "victory is sure," which has been linked to Amupitan's account. Critics have cited the post as evidence of political bias, particularly ahead of upcoming elections. Akpabio dismissed these claims, stating that the phrase alone does not prove partisanship. He emphasized that such expressions are common and should not be interpreted as official positions, especially when taken out of context. Akpabio called for restraint in judging the electoral chief's conduct based on isolated online content. His comments were made during a public appearance in Abuja. INEC has not issued an official statement regarding the post or its authenticity. The commission is currently preparing for the 2027 general elections, a process already under intense public scrutiny.
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