The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has inaugurated the Election Project Plan Committee (EPPC) to oversee the strategic framework for the conduct of the polls.
While disclosing this on its official X handle, INEC noted that the step is part of its early preparations for the #NigeriaDecides2027 general elections.
The inaugural meeting of the committee took place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the INEC Conference Hall in Abuja.
The committee, Chaired by Prof. Rhoda H. Gumus is tasked with developing a comprehensive roadmap to ensure a seamless electoral process.
INEC added that the committee’s mandate includes reviewing the terms of reference, developing a work-plan, establishing sub-committees, designing an Elections Project Plan (EPP) template, and setting submission timelines for planning documents.
Meanwhile, other National Commissioners present at the inauguration include Mr Kenneth Ukeagu – Chair, Tenders Board (Member); Dr Baba Bila – Chair, EOLC (Member); Mr Sam Olumekun – Chair, EPMC (Member); and Prof. Abdullahi Abdu Zuru – Chair, BEI (Member).
Prof. Rhoda emphasised the importance of early planning in strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process.
She urged the committee members to discharge their responsibilities diligently to uphold electoral integrity and transparency.
