The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the promotion of 471 deserving junior staff of the Commission following the recommendation of its Appointment, Promotion, and Disciplinary Committee (APDC).
According to a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, a total of 515 junior staff members on Grade Levels 03 to 06 were shortlisted for the 2025 promotion exercise. Out of these, 214 were promoted to Grade Level 07, 134 to Grade Level 06, 106 to Grade Level 05, and 17 to Grade Level 04.
Olumekun explained that the promotion of junior staff marks the completion of the first phase of the exercise. He added that the promotion process for senior staff has already commenced and is being handled with similar diligence.
> “Staff promotion is a routine exercise. The Commission remains committed to regular merit-based promotion and the welfare of staff,” Olumekun stated.
“We urge all staff to rededicate themselves to service, particularly in relation to elections and other electoral activities.”
The announcement came after INEC’s weekly meeting held today, Thursday, September 25, 2025, chaired by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. During the meeting, the Commission also reviewed ongoing preparations for the forthcoming Anambra State Governorship Election, the Federal Capital Territory Area Council Election, and party primaries ahead of the Ekiti and Osun State Governorship Elections.
This development underscores INEC’s continued commitment to staff welfare and operational readiness as it prepares for several key elections in the coming months.