INEC Chair, Amupitan, others on election observation programme in South Korea

Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), led a delegation to the inaugural ceremony of the International Election Observation Programme (IEOP) for the Nationwide Simultaneous Local Elections currently taking place in the Republic of Korea from 29 May to 5 June 2026.

The IEOP, organized by the South Korean National Election Commission (NEC), was officially launched on Saturday, 30 May 2026, in Seoul.

The ceremony brought together election management bodies, election specialists and international observers from around the world to observe and exchange knowledge about the conduct of local government elections in South Korea.

Accompanying the INEC Chairman were National Commissioner Mrs. May Agbamuche‑Mbu; Chief Technical Adviser to the Chairman Prof. Dimis Mai‑Lafia; and Director of Training Dr. Binta Kasim Mohammed.

During the programme, the INEC team observed early‑voting activities at a polling centre in Mia‑dong, Gangbuk‑gu, Seoul, gaining first‑hand insight into South Korea’s electoral processes and procedures.

The participation of the INEC delegation is expected to broaden the Commission’s understanding of emerging trends and global best practices in election administration, international observation and electoral governance, supporting its ongoing commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions.