Shari'ah Council Says Prof. Amupitan’s Elections Are Dead on Arrival

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Shari’ah (SCSN) has declared that it will not recognize any election conducted under the leadership of the current Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, raising fresh concerns over electoral credibility and national unity.

In a statement released by the Council, it accused the electoral umpire of failing to uphold transparency, neutrality, and constitutional principles expected of a democratic process. According to the Council, recent actions and decisions by INEC under its present leadership have eroded public confidence, particularly among segments of the population who feel marginalized by the system.

“The integrity of elections is the foundation of democracy,” the statement said. “Any process perceived to be compromised cannot command legitimacy, and we cannot, in good conscience, recognize outcomes produced under such conditions.”

The Council did not call for violence or civil disobedience but urged the Federal Government to urgently address its concerns, including a review of INEC’s leadership and reforms aimed at restoring trust ahead of future polls. It also called on political stakeholders, civil society groups, and religious leaders to engage in dialogue to prevent the situation from escalating.

INEC has yet to respond officially to the declaration. However, the Commission has consistently maintained that it operates independently and in accordance with the Constitution, insisting that its processes are transparent and subject to legal oversight.

Political analysts warn that the Council’s stance, if it gains wider support, could deepen tensions in an already polarized political environment. Nigeria has faced repeated disputes over election credibility, with allegations of irregularities often ending up in prolonged court battles.

As the debate unfolds, observers say the coming days will be critical in determining whether the disagreement leads to reforms, reconciliation, or further divisions ahead of Nigeria’s next electoral cycle.

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