Nigerian Senate Denies Rejecting Electronic Transmission of Election Results

The Nigerian Senate has refuted claims of rejecting electronic transmission of election results. Senate President Godswill Akpabio clarified that the Senate did not remove the provision for electronic transmission in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

The Senate passed the bill after a lengthy plenary session, triggering speculation on social media. Akpabio emphasized that the existing provisions allow for electronic transmission, aligning with previous electoral practices.

The Senate's actions aim to boost transparency and public confidence in the electoral process as Nigeria prepares for the 2023 general elections.