- Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to May Agbamuche, the oldest serving National Commissioner, who now serves as Acting Chairman.
- During the handover ceremony in Abuja, Yakubu praised her competence and urged staff to support her until a substantive chairman is appointed.
- Agbamuche will oversee INEC’s ongoing electoral and administrative duties, ensuring continuity in the commission’s operations.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has undergone a leadership change as Professor Mahmood Yakubu handed over to May Agbamuche, who now serves as Acting National Chairman.
Agbamuche, the oldest serving National Commissioner, officially assumed the role during a handover ceremony on Tuesday at INEC headquarters in Abuja.
Yakubu, who led the commission since 2015, praised Agbamuche’s competence and urged staff to support her until a substantive chairman is appointed.
Agbamuche will oversee INEC’s ongoing electoral and administrative activities to ensure smooth operations, as Nigerians react to the transition on social media
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