Joash Amupitan

Joash Amupitan

politician Nigeria

Joash Amupitan is a distinguished Professor of Law at the University of Jos and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria. Recently nominated by President Bola Tinubu to serve as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), he is undergoing a Senate screening process to confirm his appointment. Amupitan’s expertise in constitutional and international law positions him as a key figure in overseeing Nigeria's electoral process, particularly as the nation prepares for upcoming elections.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
470,638
Power
1,023$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 1 5.00 0.23% +0% 206,139,589 470,638 $448,000 1,023$
Totals 1 206,139,589 470,638 $448,000 1,023$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, stated that the intervention was necessary due to conflicting correspondences from the party. 5

The Punch: Wike & Makinde Factions Adamant

Nigeria Nigeria: Atiku described the election as 'not just another off-cycle contest' but an opportunity for Anambra voters to 'chart a new direction for the state.' 6

The Punch: Soludo on Anambra reforms: Enterprise over 'magical money'

Nigeria Nigeria: Joash Amupitan is currently appearing before the Senate for his screening and confirmation as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission. 7

The Punch: Senate screens new INEC chairman-designate Joash Amupitan