ADC urges Nigerians to keep pressure on electoral reforms
African Democratic Congress has commended Nigerians for their activism in prompting the Senate to reverse controversial changes in the Electoral Amendment Bill. The party highlighted the importance of continued vigilance until the bill receives presidential assent and becomes law. Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary, praised citizens for uniting in protests and digital campaigns. The ADC emphasized that this is a significant step but not the final victory for electoral integrity.
Key takeaways
- African Democratic Congress praised Nigerians for forcing the Senate to reverse contentious provisions in the Electoral Amendment Bill.
- Protests led by opposition figures such as Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi played a key role in the Senate’s decision to endorse electronic transmission of election results.
- The ADC described the development as a victory for democracy and a testament to the resilience and political awareness of Nigerians.
- The party urged citizens to remain vigilant until the amended bill is assented to by the President, properly gazetted, and fully enacted.
- ADC warned that democracy requires ongoing participation and persistence to prevent last-minute betrayals or technical ambiguities.
