The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is investigating the circumstances behind its verified Twitter account like a message criticising Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi.
The electoral umpire also stated that if an infringement is found following an inquiry, suitable disciplinary action will be taken.
On Wednesday, INEC’s verified Twitter account liked a message in which Fela Anikulapo-son, Kuti’s Seun Kuti, chastised Obi.
Many Twitter users chastised the panel for being romantic when it should be objective as the umpire for the presidential election on February 25, 2023.
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The commission’s account later unliked the post, and INEC released a statement assuring Nigerians of its impartiality, claiming that it will hold a free and fair general election.
“The attention of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been drawn to a post on its Twitter handle, liking a post relating to one of the 18 Presidential candidates,” the statement read.
“The Commission is an independent electoral body and does not have preference for any candidate or political party. The Commission assures all Nigerians of its neutrality and will conduct a general election that is free and fair to all. The allegiance of the Commission is to the people of Nigeria.
“In the meantime, the Commission is investigating the circumstances that led to the liking of the said post and will take appropriate disciplinary actions if an infraction is established.”
