The new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, is expected to officially assume office next week, ahead of the November 8 Anambra State governorship election.

Multiple officials at the INEC informed newsmen that Amupitan would formally take over the reins of the commission after his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu.

The ceremony, traditionally conducted at the Federal Executive Council meeting, is expected to be held next week.

An INEC Director reportedly confirmed that while the exact date remains uncertain, the swearing-in is imminent.

Meanwhile, reports say, activities within the commission also suggested that preparations are underway for Amupitan’s arrival.

Recall that the 58 year old Senior Advocate of Nigeria, and Professor of Law at the University of Jos, Amupitan, was confirmed as INEC Chairman by the Senate last Thursday, October 16,2025, after a voice vote led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.