INEC Boss Warns Officers on Procurement Compliance Forward of 2027 Elections
The Chairman of the Unbiased Nationwide Electoral Fee, Joash O. Amupitan, has cautioned officers of the Fee in opposition to breaches of procurement legal guidelines, stressing that ignorance will not be accepted as preparations intensify for the 2027 basic elections.
Amupitan issued the warning on the conclusion of a three-day procurement coaching held in Lagos, organised in collaboration with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. He described the workshop as each well timed and impactful, noting that strict compliance with the Procurement Act is important to sustaining the credibility and integrity of the electoral course of.
Based on him, the coaching has strengthened the collective understanding of procurement procedures amongst members of the Fee’s Tender Board, thereby enhancing coordination, transparency, and accountability in decision-making.
The INEC chairman additionally counseled the assist of KAS, noting that the intervention comes at a vital interval when the Fee is making ready for large-scale procurement actions. He disclosed that the Fee’s finances has already obtained approval from the Nationwide Meeting, offering a stable framework for efficient planning forward of the elections.
The coaching introduced collectively Nationwide Commissioners, Administrators, and senior officers, with professional periods specializing in procurement communication, stakeholder administration, and authorized compliance.
Useful resource individuals on the workshop included Steve Ogidan, Chief Govt Officer of Successory Nigeria Ltd., and Adetunji O. Ogunyemi of Obafemi Awolowo College, who delivered shows on procurement regulation infractions and the complexities of authorized and judicial interventions.
Amupitan praised the facilitators for his or her depth of experience, expressing confidence that the information gained would positively affect contributors’ conduct in dealing with procurement processes.
He additional acknowledged the contribution of the Lagos State Resident Electoral Commissioner for making certain clean logistics, whereas commending contributors for his or her energetic engagement all through the programme.
The workshop ended with a renewed dedication by INEC officers to uphold procurement rules and reinforce transparency as a vital part within the conduct of credible elections in 2027.
By TimesNG