Obi Advocates for E-Transmission of Election Results

Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate, has called for the mandatory electronic transmission of election results in Nigeria. He expressed strong condemnation of the suppression of peaceful protesters, warning that such actions could deepen concerns about democratic backsliding in the country.

Obi emphasized that citizens exercising their constitutional rights to protest should not be dispersed, as this undermines the foundation of democracy, which relies on free, fair, and credible elections. He urged Nigerians to remain united and lawfully resist actions that could weaken democratic institutions.

Obi reiterated the importance of real-time electronic transmission of results from polling units, describing it as a critical safeguard to restore confidence in the electoral process and ensure that every vote is accurately counted. He concluded by appealing for a renewed commitment to justice and credible elections, expressing optimism for a new Nigeria.