Former Popular INEC National Commissioner Dies


A former national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ambassador Ahmed Alghazali, has died at the age of 84. The former Nigerian ambassador to Iran and Saudi Arabia passed away, and his death has drawn widespread tributes from various quarters.

Alghazali was notably involved as an INEC national commissioner during the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election, which was eventually annulled by then-Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida. His role in this critical juncture of Nigeria’s political history remains significant, as the June 12 election is still remembered as one of Nigeria's freest and fairest elections.

In addition to his role with INEC, Alghazali held key positions within the Nigerian government. He was a permanent secretary and the head of service for the Borno State Civil Service, where he made remarkable contributions to the state’s public sector. Before his retirement in 2011, he also served as the chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission.

His death was announced by one of his sons, Abdulhamid Al-Gazali, through social media. Burial arrangements have already been made, and Ambassador Alghazali will be laid to rest today at the Gazali Family Masjid in Fezzan Ward, Maiduguri, according to Islamic rites.

Ambassador Ahmed Alghazali’s passing marks the end of a significant chapter in Nigeria’s public service and diplomatic circles. His contributions to the nation, both as a diplomat and civil servant, will be remembered fondly.

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