The Nigerian government says nobody replaced Mahmood Yakubu as head of the election commission. People spread false stories online claiming President Tinubu picked someone new to lead INEC. According to officials, these claims hold zero truth. The president's digital media adviser, O'tega Ogra, spoke up against these rumors. He told everyone to ignore these false messages going around on social media platforms.
Ogra made clear that any real announcement about changing the INEC chairman would come through proper channels. He specifically mentioned the Secretary to Government office as an official source for such important news. The current social media buzz started when accounts began sharing posts suggesting Yakubu had lost his position. Many users shared and commented on these claims without checking the facts first. The presidency felt they needed to address these stories directly as they gained traction.
The quick response shows how seriously the government takes election-related misinformation. INEC plays a crucial role in Nigerian democracy as the body responsible for organizing fair elections. Changes to its leadership would represent major news requiring formal announcement procedures. Social media often becomes a breeding ground for political rumors during sensitive periods. The presidency wanted to stop this particular falsehood before it created public confusion.
Ogra made clear that any real announcement about changing the INEC chairman would come through proper channels. He specifically mentioned the Secretary to Government office as an official source for such important news. The current social media buzz started when accounts began sharing posts suggesting Yakubu had lost his position. Many users shared and commented on these claims without checking the facts first. The presidency felt they needed to address these stories directly as they gained traction.
The quick response shows how seriously the government takes election-related misinformation. INEC plays a crucial role in Nigerian democracy as the body responsible for organizing fair elections. Changes to its leadership would represent major news requiring formal announcement procedures. Social media often becomes a breeding ground for political rumors during sensitive periods. The presidency wanted to stop this particular falsehood before it created public confusion.
