Nigerian Senate Reverses Decision, Passes Amended Electronic Results Transmission Bill Amid Chaos

The Nigerian Senate faced chaos during a session where it made a U-turn to pass the amended Electronic Results Transmission Bill, rescinding a key provision in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill. The amendment mandates the electronic transmission of poll unit results to safeguard against network failures.

The session was marked by disorder, with Senators clashing over revisiting earlier decisions. The amendment aims to ensure transparent and credible elections in Nigeria, aligning with demands for electoral reform.