Southeast Senators urge Tinubu to immortalize Ex-NEC Chairman, Prof. Nwosu

Senators from the South-East have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to immortalize Professor Humphrey Nwosu for his pivotal role in ensuring that the historic June 12, 1993, presidential elections held and also put the elections in the consciousness of Nigerians.

The senators, who had earlier walked out of the chamber told Senate correspondents in a separate briefing that President Tinubu has always been recognized as a ‘June 12 warrior’, making it fitting for his administration to acknowledge Prof. Nwosu’s legacy.

They said that in spite of the rejection of the first two prayers, the caucus remained undeterred, arguing that Prof. Nwosu’s recognition may be delayed but not denied.

According to the Chairman of the South-East caucus, Senator Abaribe, “If there was no election, there would have been no June 12.

He added that, “It was Professor Humphrey Nwosu’s determination and courage that ensured that election was held, even in the face of military pressure”.

The senators had proposed three key prayers which include naming the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters after Nwosu in recognition of his foundational role in its development.

Others are posthumously awarding him a national honor for his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic evolution and observing a one-minute silence in his honor, which the Senate granted.

Others were however not granted by the upper chamber.