The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed its approval of the efforts made by Nigerian citizens that eventually persuaded the Senate to amend the controversial provisions of the Electoral Amendment Bill. The ADC's National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, described the collective action as a significant victory for democratic engagement and civic responsibility. This statement underscores the importance of public mobilization in influencing legislative processes in Nigeria.

In the aftermath of public protests led by key opposition figures, including the 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi and former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, the Senate made a pivotal decision to endorse the electronic transmission of election results. This amendment to the bill allows the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to utilize its Result Viewing Portal, with manual collation permitted only as a backup in cases where technology fails. This development marks a crucial step towards enhancing the transparency and integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria.

Despite the progress made, the ADC has urged citizens to maintain vigilance and persist in pushing for presidential assent on the amended bill. They emphasize that the legal effect of these changes hinges on approval from the presidency, which highlights the ongoing engagement needed from the public to safeguard these democratic gains and ensure full implementation of the electoral reforms in Nigeria.