The Nigerian Senate has passed an amendment to the Electoral Act to enable electronic transmission of election results, a change from its earlier rejection of mandatory electronic methods. While this modification represents progress in updating the electoral process, it still comes with limitations. Specifically, in instances where internet connectivity fails, the traditional Form EC8A will be used as the primary means for collating results, suggesting a hybrid approach to result transmission.

This amendment is significant as it reflects ongoing debates within Nigeria about electoral transparency and integrity. Electronic transmission is seen by many as a method to curb electoral malpractices and increase voters' confidence in the electoral process. However, the fact that the amendment does not mandate electronic transmission means that there could still be discrepancies depending on individual circumstances at polling centers, particularly in areas with poor internet access.

As Nigeria approaches its next elections, this legislation may have implications for how results are reported and received by the public. The allowance for electronic transmission, paired with the contingency for failures, raises questions about the robustness of the electoral process and whether it meets the expectations of citizens who have called for modernization in the nation's election systems.