In Nigeria, civil society organizations, including the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room and the Movement for the Transformation of Nigeria, are planning a National Day of Action in response to the recently amended Electoral Act. They have raised concerns that the amendment does not enforce the electronic transmission of election results as a requirement for transparency and accountability in the electoral process. This aspect was a major point of contention among stakeholders who had advocated for mandatory real-time transmission to enhance public trust in election outcomes.

President Bola Tinubu signed the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) into law amidst significant public demand for reforms within the electoral framework. By endorsing the amendment that lacks crucial provisions for electronic result transmission, the administration faces criticism from civil society and political actors who argue that the absence of such measures could undermine the integrity of Nigeria's elections and exacerbate skepticism about the electoral process.

Reactions following the president's approval have been swift, with civil society groups reiterating their calls for inclusivity and reform in electoral legislation. They believe that the failure to implement electronic transmission mechanisms limits the transparency of elections, raising alarms about potential irregularities and disenfranchisement. This protest highlights ongoing struggles for electoral reforms in Nigeria, emphasizing the crucial role of civil society in advocating for democratic integrity and accountability in governance.