The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced that it will independently collate and publish verified polling‑unit results during Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, aiming to provide the public with real‑time data on the voting process.
According to the party’s statement, the ADC will release its own verification of results from every polling unit across the country as the election unfolds, offering an alternative source of information alongside the official tally.
While the ADC plans to disseminate its independently gathered figures, it also acknowledged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) retains the sole legal authority to declare the official election results and declare the winners.
The initiative comes amid ongoing concerns about transparency and credibility in Nigeria’s electoral system, where INEC has faced criticism in previous election cycles for delays and alleged irregularities.
By publishing its own data, the ADC seeks to supplement the official process without challenging the legal framework; the final outcome of the 2027 elections will still be determined by INEC as mandated by Nigerian law.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
