The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE), a coalition of civil society leaders led by economist Pat Utomi, has demanded that Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman Joash Ojo Amupitan step down from office. The call follows allegations of partisanship against Amupitan, which the group says threaten the integrity of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued in Abuja, MCE cited growing public concern over Amupitan's perceived alignment with political interests. The coalition urged immediate action to safeguard electoral credibility. MCE also called for an independent investigation into Amupitan's conduct. The group emphasized the need for impartial leadership at INEC as electioneering activities gain momentum. No specific incidents or evidence of bias were detailed in the statement. Pat Utomi, a former presidential aspirant and professor of political economy, leads the coalition. MCE described itself as a non-partisan platform advocating for transparent electoral processes. The statement did not name any political party or official linked to the alleged partisanship. INEC has not responded to the demand as of the time of reporting. The 2027 general elections are scheduled to hold in February 2027.
Pat Utomi leads a call for INEC Chairman Joash Ojo Amupitan to step aside over unspecified allegations of partisanship, yet offers no concrete evidence to support the claim. The demand places public trust in electoral integrity at risk when the accusers themselves provide no verifiable incidents. Nigerians named in no political capacity are left to question whether such pronouncements are driven by genuine concern or strategic timing. Without disclosed facts, the statement risks appearing more political than principled.
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