Enugu REC Dr Chukwu Joseph has been sworn in by INEC for a second tenure and deployed to Enugu State, with assurances of credible, free and fair elections.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sworn in Dr Chukwu Joseph for a second tenure as Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), immediately deploying him to Enugu State in a move seen as strategic for the consolidation of electoral integrity.
Dr Joseph took the oath of office during the Commission’s meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners held on Wednesday in Abuja, reinforcing INEC’s ongoing preparations ahead of future electoral engagements across the country.
The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, congratulated Joseph on his reappointment and deployment, describing his record of service as a testament to dedication and professional competence. Amupitan noted that Joseph’s commitment to safeguarding the democratic process earned him the renewed confidence of the Commission.
“Your dedication, expertise, and commitment to upholding the democratic process have not gone unnoticed,” the INEC Chairman stated. “You stood at the forefront of our electoral system, and with this mandate come both responsibility and opportunity.”
He reminded the newly sworn-in REC that the task goes beyond supervising elections, stressing the importance of rebuilding and sustaining public trust in Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
“As you embark on this second term, remember that your role is not just about overseeing elections but about fostering trust in our democracy. Embrace the challenges ahead with courage and integrity,” Amupitan said.
The INEC boss further assured Joseph of the Commission’s institutional support, urging him to continue working diligently with stakeholders to ensure that elections conducted under his watch remain free, fair and credible.
“Together, let us build a stronger foundation for democracy. Congratulations once again. Let’s move forward with purpose and determination,” he added.
Dr Chukwu Joseph’s immediate deployment to Enugu State positions him at the heart of electoral administration in one of the South-East’s politically active states, where expectations remain high for transparent processes and strengthened voter confidence.
Observers say the renewed mandate signals INEC’s intention to maintain continuity while reinforcing professionalism in state-level electoral management.
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