Group urges INEC to stay the course, defend democracy

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The Arewa Grassroots Leaders Assembly (AGLA) held a solidarity march at INEC headquarters in Abuja, urging the Independent National Electoral Commission to maintain its current reform momentum and protect democracy. AGLA National President Onogu Collins praised INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan for his administrative commitment since October 2025, citing successful elections in Anambra, Kano, Rivers, and the FCT. The group highlighted positive domestic and international observer reports on the peace, transparency, and technological progress of those elections. Collins emphasized that credible elections are achievable when leadership aligns with institutional integrity, and called for continued support of INEC’s reforms.

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