The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is reinforcing electoral processes through a three-day capacity-building programme for National Commissioners and management staff.
At the workshop held in Lagos, the INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, represented by May Agbamuche-Mbu, emphasised that transparent procurement remains critical to conducting credible elections. He warned that lapses in sourcing election materials and technology could erode public trust.
Amupitan identified key challenges such as technology risks, vendor dependency, and supply chain disruptions, calling for reforms including the adoption of digital procurement systems and supplier diversification.
In a keynote address, the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, Adebowale Adedokun, stressed the importance of proper procurement planning, strict adherence to due process, and the deployment of technology-driven systems to minimise disruptions during elections.
Also speaking, the representative of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Tobias Ruettershoff, reaffirmed the organisation’s support for INEC, describing the training as essential for strengthening governance, transparency, and institutional capacity.
Participants were encouraged to leverage the workshop to share experiences and develop practical solutions aimed at enhancing the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral system.