The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has described the decision of the 10th Senate to reverse its position on the compulsory electronic transmission of election results as a major victory for Nigerians.

The ADC, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, submitted that the lawmakers were forced to take the decision due to online and offline pressures from Nigerians.

The statement added that the development is proof that united civic action can overcome partisan manipulation.

Naija News recalls that the Senate, at its emergency session on Tuesday, reaffirmed its adoption of the electronic transmission of election results from polling units.

However, lawmakers introduced a safeguard to address possible technical failures.

Under the new clarification, where there is a communication glitch or technical failure that prevents the successful electronic transmission of results, the hard copy of Form EC8 – which contains results recorded at the polling unit – shall serve as the primary source of collation.

The ADC urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and continue applying pressure until the bill is fully assented to by the President, properly gazetted, and formally becomes law.

The full statement read: “The decision of the 10th Senate to urgently reverse the contentious provisions of the Electoral Amendment Bill that it passed is a significant victory for the Nigerian people. It demonstrates, in the clearest possible terms, that when citizens act with unity, clarity of purpose, and resolve, they can indeed move mountains.

“This outcome is not merely a legislative U-turn. It is a testament to the resilience, vigilance, and rising political consciousness of Nigerians across all walks of life. From street protests to digital campaigns, the Nigerian people have once again shown that sovereignty truly belongs to them.

“In the face of the ruling APC’s habitual disregard for due process and democratic values, the Nigerian people have reaffirmed their place as the ultimate custodians of our democracy.

“In this regard, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) salutes the courage and tenacity of Nigerians. We commend every citizen who raised their voice, whether online or offline, to resist legislative mischief that threatened to undermine our electoral integrity.

“However, we must not relent. This is only a step forward.

“We must now ensure that this momentum is sustained until the amended Bill is not only passed but duly assented to by the President, properly gazetted, and becomes an enforceable law of the Federal Republic.

“We must remain vigilant to ensure there are no last-minute betrayals or technical ambiguities, the kind that often lead to “stories that touch.”

“Let this be a reminder that democracy does not thrive in silence or indifference. It demands participation, persistence, and sometimes, peaceful defiance.

“The ADC reiterates that the price of democracy is eternal vigilance.”