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INEC Chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu
As part of its early preparations for the 2027 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has inaugurated the Election Project Plan Committee (EPPC), to oversee the strategic framework for the conduct of the polls.
The inaugural meeting of the committee took place during the week in Abuja.
Chaired by Prof. Rhoda H. Gumus, the committee is tasked with developing a comprehensive roadmap to ensure a seamless electoral process.
Its mandate includes reviewing the Terms of Reference, developing a work plan, establishing sub-committees, designing an Elections Project Plan (EPP) Template, and setting submission timelines for planning documents.
Other National Commissioners present at the inauguration included:
Kenneth Ukeagu – Chair, Tenders Board (Member)
Dr. Baba Bila – Chair, EOLC (Member)
Sam Olumekun – Chair, EPMC (Member)
Prof. Abdullahi Abdu Zuru – Chair, BEI (Member)
Speaking during the event, Prof. Gumus, emphasised the importance of early planning in strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process.
She urged the committee members to discharge their responsibilities diligently to uphold electoral integrity and transparency. (Channels TV)
