The 2023: Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has advised the nominated Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Joash Omupitan, not to put his reputation on the line by failing to conduct credible elections for the country.
Addressing journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, 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.
He noted that Omupitan must remember that he would leave office one day and live with the consequences of his actions as the head of the electoral umpire.
“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,” he said.
The former Anambra state governor further explained that Nigeria had had enough rough electoral experience and needed an umpire that would do the simple job of conducting credible elections.
