On Tuesday, Rotimi Amaechi, the former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister of Transportation, was spotted joining protesters at the National Assembly in Abuja. The demonstrators were advocating for the mandatory inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the pending amendments to the Electoral Act. This protest underscores the growing demand for electoral integrity and modernization in Nigeria, especially in light of the upcoming 2027 general elections.

The protest highlights a significant push from various political figures and civil society groups for enhanced electoral transparency and credibility. Amaechi's involvement, along with that of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, reflects a unified call for reforms that would allow the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to transmit results electronically from polling units. This move aims to curb potential electoral fraud and increase voter confidence in the electoral process.

As the 2027 elections approach, such protests are likely to become more frequent, emphasizing the Nigerian populace's desire for reforms in the electoral system. The inclusion of electronic transmission of results could modernize Nigeria's electoral landscape, addressing long-standing concerns about the transparency of the voting process and ensuring that citizens' votes are accurately counted and reported.