Civic Hive, a CivicTech organization, has expressed serious concerns over INEC’s handling of the recent Edo State governorship election. The organization criticized INEC for allowing irregularities to affect the election process and called for a review and accountability.
Despite the APC candidate being declared the winner, Civic Hive highlighted issues such as low voter turnout, over-voting, and discrepancies in the reported results. They emphasized the need for new voter mobilization strategies to combat apathy and demanded an investigation into the irregularities.
Looking forward, Civic Hive expressed concerns about the upcoming Ondo State governorship election and the 2027 elections. They urged INEC to adopt innovative result collation methods for transparency and accountability. The organization also plans to observe the Ondo State election and contribute to discussions on electoral reforms.
In response to questions about electronic voting, Civic Hive stressed the importance of integrity, regardless of the voting method. They called for a thorough examination of the role of presiding officers in ensuring fair and transparent elections in Nigeria.