BY: Abdulrasheed Akere
Claim:
A claim has been circulating on social media that the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Joash Amupitan is set to resign from office. The claim reads word for word, “INEC chairman set to resign amidst mounting pressure following recent attacks home and abroad.”
Verdict:
The claim is FALSE!
Full Text:
A viral social media report claims that the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, is set to resign. The claim has been shared on different social media platforms gathering thousands of views and engagements.
However, such a claim has been trending due to the significant role of the commission in national elections. Since the 2027 general election is fast approaching, purveyors of misinformation are sparkling controversies through speculations and false claims.
Verification:
FactCheckAfrica could not spot a reputable media report in favour of that claim. On the other hand, a visit to the official X handle of the commission revealed its dismissal of the viral claim.
The INEC’s debunking statement reads thus: “FAKE NEWS ALERT! The attention of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been drawn to a misleading image circulating on social media alleging that the INEC Chairman is set to resign. The claim is FALSE, FABRICATED AND MISLEADING.”
“Members of the public are urged to disregard the fabricated report, refrain from sharing unverified information and...
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