The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued certificates of return to the newly elected lawmakers to the bye elections held on Saturday 20th June 2026 across the country.
Presenting the certificates of return on Tuesday in Abuja at the Commission's Headquarters, the INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan SAN,who was represented by the National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu expressed happiness and satisfaction over the last Saturday bye election. Saying that it was free, fair and credible election without any case violence.
Agbamuche-Mbu while congratulating the successful candidates and reminded them of the trust placed in them by voters, she also charge them to uphold fairness, accountability and dedication in serving them better at their constituents.
According to him, the issuance of the certificates marked the formal completion of the electoral process and the beginning of the elected officials’ responsibility to represent and serve the people.
“Today, I will be issuing your Certificates of Return, and we pray that you represent your people fairly. That is what matters most to us,” she said.
Among those honoured at the ceremony were Prof. Francis Dayo Faduyile, winner of the Ondo South Senatorial District election, who was absent from the event, as well as Olaka Nwogu Johnson, who won the Rivers South-East Senatorial District election, and Rabiu Shuaibu, elected to represent the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency in Kano State.
The National Commissioner also announced that Certificates of Return would be issued in Kebbi State for the Zuru State Constituency election and in Ekiti State for the governorship election, both conducted on June 20, 2026.
She urged the lawmakers-elect to justify the confidence of their constituents through effective representation, commitment to democratic values and service to the people.
Agbamuche-Mbu further appreciated the candidates, political parties, stakeholders and supporters for their participation in the electoral process, while wishing the winners success in their new responsibilities.
The ceremony was attended by elected representatives, political party officials and other electoral stakeholders, reflecting INEC’s commitment to a smooth transition from elections to effective representation.
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