Senator Seriake Dickson has criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) for not showing interest in sanitizing the electoral process in the last eight years. In an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Dickson stated that the deployment of technology in the electoral process would reduce human interference and intimidation during elections.
He expressed disappointment that the APC has not built on the progress made in 2015, when then-President Jonathan introduced the use of card readers. Dickson emphasized the need for technology to minimize human interference and ensure the integrity of the electoral process.
The senator highlighted the importance of electronically verifiable results and the need for security agencies to provide adequate security during elections. He envisioned a situation where contestants who lose elections can congratulate the winners, indicating a level of trust in the electoral process.
Dickson’s comments come as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, with concerns about the credibility and transparency of the electoral process. His call for the deployment of technology and the sanitization of the electoral process is seen as crucial in ensuring free and fair elections.
Key points:
- Senator Seriake Dickson criticizes APC for not sanitizing electoral process in last eight years
- Deployment of technology can reduce human interference and intimidation during elections
- APC has not built on progress made in 2015 with the introduction of card readers
- Electronically verifiable results and adequate security are crucial for credible elections
- Dickson envisions a situation where contestants can trust the electoral process and congratulate winners.
