INEC Implements AI for Election Results Accuracy and Transparency

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that any election results with discrepancies will not be uploaded to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IREV). Bayode, speaking in Abuja during the launch of the AI4Election Hackathon initiative by RiseNetworks, explained that the commission will utilize AI technology for digitizing polling unit results and performing consistency checks between the figures on the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the scanned results (EC8).

This initiative aims to enhance accuracy, reduce human error, and strengthen transparency in the electoral process. Bayode emphasized the importance of responsible AI adoption, noting the establishment of an AI division within the ICT department.

Dr. Toyosi Akerele-Ogunisi, Chief Executive of Rise Networks, mentioned that major stakeholders, including INEC, META, Google, and Microsoft, are collaborating for the #AI4Elections Hackathon ahead of Nigeria's 2027 Elections. The commission adopted a policy on election technology on September 25, 2025, which includes the use of AI in elections.