President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the construction of the annex office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, saying the edifice symbolises Nigeria’s commitment to electoral integrity, institutional autonomy, and democratic growth.
At the ground-breaking event on Tuesday, Tinubu described the event as one of national significance.
“It is a great honour and sense of purpose that I stand before you to flag off the construction of a new national office — the annex of the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission.
“We are committed to ensuring that INEC is fully equipped — not only in infrastructure but in law, policy, and resources — to carry out its constitutional mandate with courage, fairness, and excellence,” Tinubu said.
According to him, the project represents far more than a physical structure. He said it is a reaffirmation of the government’s dedication to strengthening democracy.
“Today’s ceremony is not merely about bricks and mortar. It is about the strength of our democracy, the independence of our institutions, and the future of our electoral integrity,” Tinubu said.
He praised INEC’s role in sustaining Nigeria’s democratic process, noting that the commission has been and remains the backbone of the nation’s democratic journey.
“Its role in conducting free, fair and credible elections is central to the trust our people place in their government and our democratic process. For this reason, it is only right that such a pivotal institution is housed in a structure that reflects the dignity, responsibility, and national significance of that institution,” he said.
Credit: channelstv.com
