The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has sworn in Prof. Rahmon Tella as the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Oyo state.
The ceremony, held on Tuesday, November 25, at the commission’s headquarters, marked Tella’s redeployment to Oyo state and forms part of INEC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen electoral administration across the country.
In a statement posted on its X handle, INEC said the event was conducted with solemnity and purpose, reflecting Amupitan’s commitment to instilling discipline, integrity, and punctuality within the commission.
Administering the oath, Amupitan emphasized the gravity of the moment.
“An occasion of an oath-taking is a solemn occasion. It is an occasion that calls to duty,” he said, noting that the position of REC carries significant trust and responsibility.
Reiterating his stance on electoral integrity, the INEC chairman stressed that the commission’s mandate is not only regulatory but also a moral and legal obligation to Nigerians.
“I admonish you that the integrity of our election is not negotiable. You must uphold the highest standard of professionalism and integrity in every action you take. Any compromise on our values or our procedures shall not be tolerated,” he warned.
Amupitan further charged Tella to ensure voters in Oyo state have full confidence that their ballots will count, urging him to serve as a beacon of hope and democratic values.
Responding, Tella thanked the chairman for his guidance, saying, “The honorable chairman’s remarks are very much brimming with value and experience.”
A professor of strategic management and public policy, Tella is currently the deputy dean of the faculty of arts, social and management sciences at Atiba University, Oyo.
He has previously served as REC in both Oyo and Ekiti states, representing Osun.
His first term ended in September 2025, according to INEC records.
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