Lagos, Nigeria
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has proposed six new technologies to strengthen future elections.
The commission showcased the five digital tools, which it said are “to Strengthen Nigeria’s Elections” at a One-day Retreat in Lagos.
According to INEC, the suite of new digital applications was designed to revolutionise election management in Nigeria.
The chairman of the commission, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, emphasised the strategic importance of these technologies in his opening remarks.
“These mobile applications represent our commitment to leveraging technology for transparent and efficient elections. They will transform everything from voter registration to results collation.”
The comprehensive package of applications demonstrated includes Collation and Returning Officers Management System (CROMS); Election Results Management System (ERMS), and Virtual Election Training System (VETS).
Others are the Political Party Financial Reporting System (PFRAS); EMSC Dashboard – Election Monitoring & Support Centre, and Electoral Facility Locator (EFLOC).
