Yiaga Africa Criticizes Senate's Decision on Electoral Act Amendments

Samson Itodo, Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, has expressed concerns over the recent amendments to Nigeria's Electoral Act, stating that certain provisions conflict with the aspirations of Nigerians. He highlighted Section 63, which mandates electronic transmission of results but designates Form EC8A as the primary source for collation and declaration. Itodo argued that this legitimizes a form historically associated with result manipulation, potentially undermining the integrity of elections. He emphasized that prioritizing Form EC8A could render electronically transmitted results ineffective, contradicting public demands for transparent electoral processes. The Senate's decision has sparked debates, with critics warning that it may weaken safeguards for credible elections.