Conducting Elections In Nigeria Significant Burden, Says INEC Chair Yakubu

Conducting elections in Nigeria is indeed a significant burden, according to INEC Chair Professor Mahmood Yakubu. As the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, he has a deep understanding of the challenges involved in organizing and conducting free and fair elections in the country. With a vast experience in academics and public service, Professor Yakubu has been leading the commission's efforts to improve the electoral process in Nigeria.

The commission has been working tirelessly to expand voter access to polling units, convert voting points to polling units, and improve the overall electoral infrastructure. Professor Yakubu has also been emphasizing the importance of transparency, impartiality, and courage in the electoral process, urging his team to remain above board in all their dealings.

As a seasoned academic and administrator, Professor Yakubu has a strong background in history, international relations, and public administration. He has held various positions in the past, including Executive Secretary of the Education Trust Fund and member of the Presidential Technical Committee on the consolidation of federal tertiary institutions.

The INEC chairman's comments on the burden of conducting elections in Nigeria highlight the complexity and challenges of organizing elections in a large and diverse country like Nigeria. Despite these challenges, the commission remains committed to delivering free, fair, and credible elections, and Professor Yakubu's leadership has been instrumental in driving this effort.

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