2023 elections: INEC to review results management system over complaints

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed its plan to review its result management system in response to widespread complaints from Nigerians about the conduct of the 2023 general elections.

The commission acknowledged that its result management system had been a subject of litigation, prompting the need for a comprehensive assessment to identify areas of improvement.

During a post-election review meeting with Collation and Returning Officers in Abuja on Friday, INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, emphasised the significance of assessing both strengths and weaknesses in the result management system to pave the way for necessary reforms.

The commission aims to address the concerns raised by Nigerians and instil greater confidence in the electoral process.

Yakubu highlighted the importance of candid discussions and learning from practical experiences during the 2023 General Election.

The collation and returning officers were invited to share their perspectives on various aspects of the election process, including recruitment, training, and deployment procedures, logistics for movement to and from their assigned locations, the integrity of collation and declaration procedures, the role of technology in result management, security measures for officers and collation centres, and the conduct of party agents, election observers, and security personnel during collation.

While some issues are currently under litigation and subject to legal considerations, the commission seeks to gather valuable insights from the officers’ experiences to inform future reforms.

The review aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and the overall integrity of the electoral process, ultimately ensuring that future elections are conducted with fairness and accuracy.

As the INEC begins its result management system review, Nigerians and stakeholders are keenly observing the outcomes and potential reforms that could strengthen the electoral process and restore public trust in the democratic system.

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