The Collation Chain Deciding Nigeria’s President: An Explanation

In the heat of Nigeria’s presidential elections, understanding the collation chain that determines the winner is crucial. Vanguard News has provided an insightful explainer on this process. According to their report, the Electoral Act 2022 establishes a collation process that begins at the polling units, moves to the ward collation centres, local government areas, and finally reaches the state collation centre. However, it’s essential to note that under the Supreme Court’s ruling, the Independent Result Viewing (IREV) platform, while a public viewing tool, is not a legal collation system. This means that it cannot invalidate an election on its own. The collation chain’s integrity and transparency are paramount to maintaining the credibility of Nigeria’s democratic process. As the elections unfold, it’s crucial for voters to remain vigilant and demand accountability at every step of the collation process.