By Mojisola Oladele
The outgoing Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Osun State, Dr Mutiu Agboke, wants staff of the commission to ensure that the mandate of the electorate determines the outcome of elections.
Dr. Agboke made the call during his farewell address at a handover ceremony held in Osogbo .
He cautioned staff against allowing themselves to be used for any form of malpractice, stressing the importance of professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
“Always assure the voters that their votes would definitely count because INEC as a body is created by law to make votes count at all times.”
Dr. Agboke, who warned that any process that determines election winners outside the will of the electorate would undermine democratic values and increase voter apathy, advised staff to uphold the ethics of their profession and resist undue influence.
Reflecting on his tenure, the outgoing Commissioner lauded the staffers for their cooperation and acknowledged varying perceptions about his leadership style.
“To some, Agboke was too tough. To others, too soft. Whatever perception you have, it was all in the name of instilling the spirit to do the right thing.
“I made it a duty to emphasise due process and votes being counted. If I die today and resurrect, it is the same method I will adopt,” He states further.
He also appreciated stakeholders for their contributions to the electoral process in the state and called for continued collaboration to sustain credible elections.
In her remark, The Osun INEC Administrative Secretary, Mrs Victoria Adelusi described Dr Agboke as an administrator who transformed the Commission in the state.
Mrs Adelusi added that INEC being a family wished Dr Agboke success in his efforts to work towards fulfilling the Commission’s mandate.
Recalled, the Independent National Electoral Commission has transferred the Resident Electoral Commissioner of Osun State, Mutiu Agboke, to Ondo State.
Dr. Agboke announced the move in a message shared on the official Osun INEC WhatsApp group late on Wednesday.
He said, “I have been transferred to Ondo State. I thank you most sincerely for the support given to me throughout my stay here in Osun State. May God Almighty support you all as well.”
The transfer comes as preparations for the 2026 Osun governorship election gain momentum.
Edited by Titilayo Kupoliyi
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