SDP: Nigerians Demand Law for Electronic Transmission of Election Results
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In a statement signed by Amb. (Dr.) Dauda Adamu, National President of the Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Democratic Accountability and Electoral Integrity, the coalition said:
“At no point did the Senate reject electronic transmission of election results from polling units to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IREV). The Senate confirmed its legality under the Electoral Act.”
The coalition explained that the Senate discussions focused on clarifying the operational framework for e-transmission. Lawmakers agreed that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should determine the safest and most feasible way to deploy the system. They considered technology, security, and nationwide infrastructure.
The coalition warned that claims of a Senate rejection could mislead the public. Such misinformation could also inflame tensions and weaken trust in democratic institutions.
It criticized media attacks and personal attacks against the Senate President, calling them politically motivated. The group stressed that legislative decisions are collective. They should not be personalized or used to demonize leaders.
Reaffirming support for electronic transmission, INEC’s independence, and credible elections, the coalition urged media outlets to verify legislative proceedings before publishing. They also called on political actors to stop spreading misinformation.
“The Senate acted within the law. Electronic transmission of results remains intact. Any claims to the contrary are false.”
Senate e-transmission 2027 elections
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