Nigerian Labour Congress Threatens Mass Action Over Senate's Electoral Bill Decision

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a statement expressing dissatisfaction with the Senate's handling of the Electoral Bill. The NLC, led by President Joe Ajaero, criticizes the Senate for rejecting a proposal to make real-time electronic transmission of election results mandatory, citing concerns about transparency and public trust in the electoral process.

The NLC demands clarity and transparency from the Senate, urging them to restore credibility to the legislative process. The Senate, led by Senate President Godswil Akpabio, rejected the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act, causing widespread outrage.

Senator Tahir Monguno's proposal to retain the original provision on result transmission was adopted, leading to confusion and criticism. The NLC warns of potential mass action and calls for a clear mandate for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to transmit election results electronically in real-time to ensure electoral integrity.