Obi noted that what Nigerians need is an umpire who will do the simple job of conducting credible elections.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged the nominated Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Joash Amupitan, to ensure he leaves the office with his reputation intact.
He gave the advice on Wednesday in Abuja while advocating for credible elections in the country.
Amupitan was appointed as the new Chairman of INEC by President Bola Tinubu after his nomination was approved by the National Council of State.
He replaces the immediate past chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure expired recently.
While addressing journalists at the nation’s capital, Obi said the nominee, awaiting confirmation by the Senate, must strive to do the right thing throughout his tenure and leave a good legacy to avoid being remembered in the future for the wrong reasons.
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The former Anambra State governor noted that Amupitan must remember that he would leave office one day and live with the consequences of his actions as the head of the electoral umpire.
He said, “It is for the good of everybody. None of us is going to be here forever and none is going to be in his position forever.
“So, whatever position we find ourselves in, it’s to do the right thing. So I wish him well.
“When he (Amupitan) is confirmed, I will congratulate him and tell him to know that one day, he’s going to leave that post. Let him ensure that he keeps his reputation.”
Obi further explained that Nigeria had had enough rough electoral experience and needed an umpire that would do the simple job of conducting credible elections.
