House of Reps to Conduct Historic Electronic Vote on Constitutional Amendments

In a first for Nigeria, the House of Representatives will tomorrow conduct electronic voting on proposed constitutional amendments, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has announced.

Speaking on the floor of the House on Wednesday, Abbas revealed that the electronic voting system, previously used only for motions and routine resolutions, will now be applied to constitutional amendments. Traditionally, such votes were conducted by voice or manual counting, often sparking controversy.

The move is expected to ensure accurate records, enhance transparency, and minimize disputes over results. Constitutional amendments in Nigeria require at least a two-thirds majority of House members, making the process highly significant and closely watched.

Political observers and lawmakers alike have hailed the development as a step toward accountability, noting that each lawmaker’s vote will now be individually recorded, leaving little room for ambiguity.

The outcome of tomorrow’s vote could have far-reaching implications for the nation’s governance and legal framework.