Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West in the Nigerian Senate, has pressed the Senate-House of Representatives conference committee to retain the electronic transmission of election results, as it was passed by the House in the Electoral Amendment Bill. He emphasized that any modification to this provision could jeopardize the integrity of Nigeria's electoral process. Dickson's remarks come just days after the Senate endorsed electronic transmission while allowing for traditional manual collation as a contingency.

In his address to journalists in Abuja, Dickson, who serves on the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, highlighted the substantial efforts made by himself and other lawmakers over the past two years to fortify the nation's electoral laws. He expressed concern over the recent revisions made by the Senate, suggesting that these changes threaten the advancements previously achieved in strengthening electoral procedures.

The discussion around the Electoral Amendment Bill is crucial, as it reflects broader concerns regarding electoral integrity in Nigeria. By advocating for strict adherence to the original provisions concerning electronic transmission, Dickson aims to uphold not just the technological advancement in electoral processes but also the public's trust in the electoral system. His advocacy comes at a time of heightened scrutiny concerning electoral reforms in Nigeria, indicating the importance of consensus among lawmakers to ensure a transparent and credible democratic process.