By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed a viral graphic circulating on social media that claims the electoral body fixed March 26 as the deadline for government officials seeking elective office to resign.
The commission described the message as false and misleading. It said the information did not come from INEC.
INEC clarified its position in a statement issued on Friday through its official X account. The commission warned the public against relying on the circulating graphic.
According to the statement, the message has no connection with the electoral body and should not be taken as authentic information.
INEC advised the public, media organisations, and political actors to ignore the message completely.
The commission also explained that it releases official information only through verified communication channels. These include its official website at inecnigeria.org, its verified social media accounts, and official press statements.
INEC urged Nigerians to confirm election-related updates through these platforms before sharing them with others.
The electoral body added that the spread of unverified content can create confusion among citizens.
It restated its commitment to providing the public with clear and reliable information about electoral matters.
