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The Digest:

Following Professor Mahmood Yakubu's exit, National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu has been appointed Acting Chairman of INEC. Here are seven key facts about the new head of the commission.

Key Points:
  1. Distinguished Legal Pedigree: A lawyer with over 30 years of experience, called to the Bar in both Nigeria and England & Wales.
  2. Dual Heritage: She hails from Delta State but was born and raised in Kano, giving her a broad national perspective.
  3. OAU Alumni: She is an alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University, where she earned her Law degree.
  4. International Scholar: Holds an LLM in Commercial and Corporate Law from Queen Mary, University of London.
  5. Dispute Resolution Expert: A member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, specializing in mediation.
  6. Public Service Veteran: Has served on key national committees, including a presidential project assessment team.
  7. Former Law Firm Head: Previously the Managing Partner of Norfolk Partners in Lagos before joining INEC.
Her appointment places a figure known for integrity and extensive legal expertise at the helm during a critical period for Nigeria's democracy.

Sources: Vanguard News