Nigeria, April 13 -- The African Democratic Congress (ADC) caucus in the House of Representatives has called for the removal and prosecution of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, over allegations of partisanship and interference in political parties' internal affairs.

Alam Ogene (ADC, Anambra), who spoke on behalf of the caucus at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, said its position followed its inaugural meeting held on Sunday, 12 April, during which members reviewed recent political developments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Mr Ogene alleged that the INEC chairman had lost the confidence of key political stakeholders and could no longer guarantee a credible electoral proces...