- INEC explained that the information spreading online was false and misleading, urging citizens, media organisations
- According to the commission, accurate updates about the electoral process are released only through its official website
- The electoral body also encouraged Nigerians to refrain from spreading unverified information capable of confusing the public
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed a viral social media post claiming that the commission had fixed a deadline for government officials seeking elective offices to resign ahead of the next elections.
In a statement released on Friday via its official X account, Eko Hot Blog reports the electoral body said the circulating graphic alleging that March 26 had been set as a resignation deadline did not originate from the commission and should be ignored.
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INEC explained that the information spreading online was false and misleading, urging citizens, media organisations and political stakeholders not to rely on it.
“The attention of the Independent National Electoral Commission has been drawn to a graphic circulating online claiming that the Commission has announced March 26 as the deadline for government officials seeking election to resign,” the statement said.
The commission stressed that it had made no such announcement and that the message currently being shared on social media platforms is fake.
INEC advised the public to always verify election-related information through its official communication channels to avoid being misled by false reports.
According to the commission, accurate updates about the electoral process are released only through its official website, verified social media accounts and formal press statements.
The electoral body also encouraged Nigerians to refrain from spreading unverified information capable of confusing the public, reiterating its commitment to transparency and timely communication regarding electoral activities.
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