FCT polls reveal practical limits of real-time result transmission – Amupitan - Punch Newspapers

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reported that the February 21 Federal Capital Territory area council election highlighted practical limits of real-time electronic result transmission. INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan said the main issue was inadequate network coverage, not technology, citing delayed transmission from Kabi ward in Kuje Area Council, which was only received the following day. Officials had to be dispatched physically due to rough terrain and limited connectivity. The incident underscores challenges for timely result reporting in future elections, and INEC plans to address network adequacy in similar contexts.

Key entitiesProf. Joash AmupitanIndependent National Electoral Commission (INEC)Kabi wardKuje Area Council2026 Electoral Act Townhall

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