The Digest:
Former Senator Shehu Sani has called on Nigerians to direct their reactions regarding the Senate’s rejection of real-time electronic transmission of election results to their constituency representatives, rather than focusing only on national leaders. The Senate on Wednesday voted against amending the Electoral Act to mandate electronic result transmission, a decision that has drawn widespread criticism. Sani, in a post on X, advised citizens to be “courageous enough” to contact the lawmakers representing them directly to express support or discontent, emphasizing that every senator should be held accountable by their constituents.
Key Points:
- Public engagement with constituency representatives can strengthen accountability and influence legislative decision-making.
- The call shifts focus from centralized leadership to grassroots political responsibility and civic participation.
- It highlights a gap in constituent-lawmaker communication, especially on nationally contentious issues.
- Such advocacy may encourage more transparent and responsive representation if adopted widely
- The move reflects an ongoing effort to deepen democratic culture beyond election cycles.
Sani’s appeal underscores the importance of constituent pressure as a tool for shaping legislative outcomes and enhancing democratic responsiveness.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
