Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has reiterated her support for mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results, declaring that technological limitations are no longer an excuse for delays or manual interventions.
In a pointed statement reacting to ongoing Senate debates on amendments to the Electoral Act, the senator emphasized that absolute real-time transmission is fully achievable and called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to collaborate with satellite internet provider Starlink to ensure seamless connectivity, even in remote polling units.
“Absolute real-time transmission is possible. INEC should partner with Starlink for remote connectivity. Remember, INEC’s 2026 budget is ₦1.01 Trillion. Zero excuses,” Senator Natasha stated.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
