An unusual protest unfolded on Monday at Nigeria’s National Assembly Complex in Abuja, where demonstrators carried mattresses and pillows to press their demands over the proposed Electoral Act amendment.
Some protesters lay on the mattresses at the protest ground, drawing public attention as they called on lawmakers to make real-time electronic transmission of election results mandatory from polling units.
The protest comes amid growing debate ahead of the 2027 general elections over whether the law should compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to transmit results electronically in real time.
Many civil society groups and citizens argue that mandatory real-time transmission would improve transparency and trust in elections. However, some lawmakers insist the provision should remain optional, citing logistical and infrastructure challenges in parts of the country.
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On Monday, protesters gathered at the entrance of the National Assembly, insisting the amendment must clearly include the words “real-time electronic transmission.” This followed repeated statements from the Senate denying reports that it had rejected the clause.
Security was visibly tightened around the complex, with officers deployed to maintain order as the demonstration continued.
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