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Created: May 11, 2025
Chamber: Senate
Status: Active
Electoral Reform and Transparent Voting Act
Nigerian People
National Senate
This bill seeks to overhaul Nigeria’s electoral process to ensure transparency, reduce vote-rigging, and restore public trust in our democracy. It proposes electronic transmission of results, biometric voter authentication, protection for INEC officials, and strict penalties for electoral malpractice.
Drafted and championed by civic advocates NIGERIAN ELECTORAL REFORM COALITION (NERCO) & Randy Peter Akah @peter4Nigeria, this reform is born from years of public frustration and a desire to protect the future of free and fair elections in Nigeria.
This bill represents your voice. Support it, track it, and let’s bring the power back to the people—because without credible elections, democracy is just a word.
Drafted and championed by civic advocates NIGERIAN ELECTORAL REFORM COALITION (NERCO) & Randy Peter Akah @peter4Nigeria, this reform is born from years of public frustration and a desire to protect the future of free and fair elections in Nigeria.
This bill represents your voice. Support it, track it, and let’s bring the power back to the people—because without credible elections, democracy is just a word.
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Current Status
The House of Representatives has passed a bill for second reading that seeks to amend the 2022 Electoral Act. This bill, sponsored by Rep. Francis Waive (APC, Delta), proposes mandatory electronic transmission of election results, conducting all elections on the same day, and enforcing strict voter accreditation protocols .
In the Senate, debates have been more contentious, particularly regarding Clause 52, which pertains to the electronic transmission of results. The Senate passed an amendment requiring the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to obtain approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Assembly before electronically transmitting results .
Key Provisions and Proposals
Mandatory Electronic Transmission of Results: The proposed amendment to Section 60(5) mandates that presiding officers transmit election results electronically, eliminating previous ambiguities .
Single-Day Elections: A proposal to conduct all elections—Presidential, National Assembly, Governorship, and State Assemblies—on the same day aims to reduce costs and minimize the bandwagon effect .
Compulsory Voting: A separate bill sponsored by Speaker Tajudeen Abass seeks to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerians, proposing penalties for non-compliance. This has faced criticism from legal experts who argue it infringes on individual rights .
Supporters and Opponents
Supporters:
Senators in Favor of INEC Autonomy: Senators like Enyinnaya Abaribe, Francis Fadahunsi, and Clifford Ordia voted to allow INEC discretion in transmitting results electronically .
House Proponents: Rep. Francis Waive leads the push for mandatory electronic transmission and other reforms in the House .
Opponents:
Senators Supporting NCC Oversight: Senators such as Ovie Omo-Agege, Ali Ndume, and Oluremi Tinubu voted for amendments requiring NCC and National Assembly approval for electronic result transmission .