The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 471 junior staff members across its offices nationwide.
The decision was taken during the Commission’s regular weekly meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, chaired by INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. The meeting also reviewed preparations for the forthcoming Anambra State governorship election, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council election, and the conduct of party primaries for the Ekiti and Osun governorship polls.
According to a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, the promotion exercise followed the recommendation of the Appointment, Promotion and Disciplinary Committee (APDC) and was carried out in line with the Commission’s Staff Conditions of Service.
Out of 515 staff shortlisted, 214 were promoted to Grade Level (GL) 07, 134 to GL06, 106 to GL05, and 17 to GL04.
Olumekun noted that the junior staff promotion marked the first phase of the exercise, adding that the process for senior staff promotion had already commenced.
He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to regular, merit-based promotion and the welfare of its workforce, urging all staff to rededicate themselves to service, especially in view of upcoming elections.
