A protester at the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Monday attracted attention after arriving at the demonstration with a mattress and pillow.
The unusual scene unfolded during a protest by civic groups and political supporters calling for the inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of results in the ongoing Electoral Act amendment.
Participants gathered at the complex to pressure lawmakers to ensure that election results are transmitted directly from polling units, a move they believe will strengthen transparency and credibility in future elections.
Debate has intensified nationwide over the proposed changes to the Electoral Act ahead of the 2027 general elections, particularly on whether the Independent National Electoral Commission should be legally required to transmit results electronically in real time.
While many Nigerians insist the provision should be mandatory to prevent manipulation, some lawmakers maintain that the commission should retain the discretion to decide the method based on prevailing circumstances.
