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Opposition leaders from various political parties in Nigeria are calling for the National Assembly to initiate a new amendment process for the Electoral Act to remove controversial provisions.

The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative refutes Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi's assertion that constitutional amendments are necessary for diaspora voting, claiming the right is already guaranteed under the Constitution.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele explained the swift signing of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill by President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the collaborative efforts used to formulate the bill.

The recent signing of the Electoral Repeal and Amendment Act by President Bola Tinubu has sparked controversy regarding its impact on democracy in Nigeria.

The Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress has publicly supported President Tinubu's signing of the Electoral Act 2026 Amendment, criticizing the opposition's backlash as unfounded and emotionally driven.

President Bola Tinubu signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law following its passage by the National Assembly.

The Nigerian government has signed into law an amendment allowing for both electronic and manual transmission of election results, raising concerns about its potential for fraud and manipulation.

The article discusses how election speculation in Denmark has begun to overshadow actual political discourse, highlighting calls for changes within the constitutional electoral process.

Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for quickly signing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law, which aims to enhance the credibility of elections in Nigeria.

The Labour Party caucus in Nigeria's House of Representatives has criticized President Bola Tinubu for hastily approving the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

President Bola Tinubu explained his rationale for signing the Electoral Act 2026 Amendment, emphasizing the importance of human oversight over technology in ensuring credible elections.

The PDP condemned the recent amendment to the Electoral Act, claiming it undermines democracy and the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Senate has passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, after a contentious debate concerning electronic transmission of results.

Oby Ezekwesili participated in protests at Nigeria's National Assembly advocating for mandatory electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026.

Members of Nigeria's House of Representatives walked out in protest against a motion to rescind the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment bill concerning electronic result transmission.

The Nigerian House of Representatives held a chaotic session regarding the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, with discussions emphasizing the need for electoral reform in the country.

Protesters gathered at the National Assembly in Nigeria, advocating for the mandatory electronic transmission of election results as part of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026.

The National Assembly of Nigeria will reconvene to discuss electoral matters related to the 2027 General Elections timetable announced by INEC.

Nigerian lawmaker Seriake Dickson calls for the Senate-House conference committee to adhere to the House's version of the Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing the importance of electronic result transmission for electoral integrity.

Senator Seriake Dickson has called for the Senate to fully adopt the House of Representatives' version of the Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing the importance of electronic transmission of results for electoral integrity.

The Zimbabwean government has approved a new Constitutional Amendment Bill proposing to extend the presidential term from five to seven years and reform the electoral process.

The African Democratic Congress praises Nigerian protests that led to the reversal of controversial provisions in the Electoral Amendment Bill.

The Nigerian Senate has appointed a 12-member committee to collaborate with the House of Representatives on the Electoral Amendment Act.

Former Governor Rotimi Amaechi participated in a protest at the National Assembly, advocating for the inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of election results in Nigeria's Electoral Act amendment.

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed his support for protests against the National Assembly's amendment to the Electoral Act, which he believes threatens the integrity of election results.

The Southern and Middle Belt Leadership Forum in Nigeria calls for the retention of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the upcoming Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing its importance for democracy.

Peter Obi participated in a protest at Nigeria's National Assembly against the removal of 'real-time' electronic transmission of election results from an amendment bill, emphasizing the call for electoral transparency.

Protesters gathered at the National Assembly in Abuja to demand the inclusion of mandatory electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing Electoral Act amendment.

A Nigerian civil society group has raised concerns that mandatory electronic transmission of election results could disenfranchise voters, particularly in rural areas, following recent Senate actions regarding the Electoral Act amendment.

David Mark has called on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass an amendment bill that grants INEC the authority to decide on the feasibility of real-time electronic transmission of election results.

Nigerians express outrage as the Senate's recent passage of the Electoral Act amendment is seen as a threat to electoral integrity ahead of the 2027 elections.

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim stated that the recent amendment to Nigeria's Electoral Act is based on a Supreme Court ruling, emphasizing that debates around it are unwarranted.

The Nigeria Labour Congress warns of nationwide protests over confusion concerning amendments to the Electoral Act, especially regarding the electronic transmission of election results.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaiuchi confirmed significant electoral success and expressed a desire for accountability regarding his government’s economic policies.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio defends the current amendments to the Electoral Act, asserting that critics misunderstand the ongoing legislative process.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is calling for an amendment to the Electoral Amendment Bill to require the electronic transmission of election results to enhance transparency.

Senator Ireti Kingibe has affirmed that 85% of senators are in favor of electronic transmission of results, countering claims of a legislative blockade on the Electoral Amendment Bill.

Senator Victor Umeh announced that the Senate has overwhelmingly supported the electronic transmission of election results as part of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill amid public concerns over the bill's consideration.

The Senate Minority Caucus has clarified that the Senate did not reject the electronic transmission of election results prior to passing the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, despite media reports suggesting otherwise.

The House of Representatives has formed a bipartisan committee to resolve disagreements on the Electoral Act Amendment Bill ahead of the 2027 elections.

The African Democratic Congress criticizes the Senate for rejecting key provisions of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill that would have made electronic transmission of election results mandatory, arguing that this undermines Nigeria's electoral credibility.

INEC warns that delays in amending the Electoral Act may impact the scheduling of the 2027 general elections but assures readiness to conduct them.

Senators protested the exclusion of key committee chairmen from the Electoral Act Amendment Committee, causing chaos during proceedings.

The Nigerian Senate has rejected a proposal to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory in the Electoral Amendment Bill.

The Senate clarified that it did not reject the electronic transmission of election results, as asserted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio after passing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

The article discusses Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis's announcement of a national dialogue for constitutional amendment, emphasizing the need for consensus in the face of political toxicity.

The House of Representatives has refuted claims of intentionally stalling the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, stating that harmonization of the proposal is expected next week.

The Senate's efforts to conclude the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill were unsuccessful after a four-and-a-half-hour closed-door session, leaving the proposed reforms without resolution.

The Senate is set to resume debate on the controversial Electoral Act amendment bill, under public pressure to expedite its completion ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Femi Falana criticizes the Nigerian Senate for delaying the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, warning it threatens the integrity of the upcoming 2027 elections.