By Modupe Adegboro
The Chairman of the Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC), Mr Mamman Nda Eri, has been elected as the new National Chairman of the Forum of State Independent Electoral Commissions of Nigeria (FOSIECON).
His election was announced during the recently concluded meeting of the Chairmen of State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs) held in Abuja.
He succeeds Chief Jossy Chibundu Eze, the immediate past chairman of the Forum.
In a letter formally notifying the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, of his new position, Mr Eri expressed appreciation for the Governor’s continued support, which he said has inspired his commitment to public service in Kogi State and earned him national recognition.
Appointed as KOSIEC Chairman in March 2020, Mr Eri has successfully overseen two Local Government elections in the state—first in December 2020, and most recently in October 2024.
His tenure has been marked by efficiency, transparency, and inclusive stakeholder engagement.
As the newly elected National Chairman of FOSIECON, Mr Eri will serve a two year term, in accordance with the Forum’s leadership rotation policy, contingent on his continued role as Chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission.
FOSIECON serves as the umbrella organization for all 36 State Independent Electoral Commissions across Nigeria, working to foster collaboration, promote electoral best practices, and drive reforms aimed at enhancing the credibility and quality of grassroots elections nationwide.
