At a one-day retreat focused on enhancing electoral operations through digital innovation, key stakeholders of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were treated to a series of practical demonstrations showcasing the Commission’s latest tech-driven tools. The event, held to deepen internal understanding of INEC’s digital assets, centred on three core applications developed to support credible, transparent, and efficient elections in Nigeria.
Taking the floor first was Julius Ayeni, who delivered a sharp and engaging demonstration of the Election Monitoring and Support Center (EMSC). He walked participants through the platform’s functionalities, illustrating how it enables real-time monitoring of electoral processes, improves operational coordination, and swiftly identifies and resolves logistical challenges during elections.
Following closely, Emem Umorem gave a strong presentation on the Electoral Facility Locator (EFLOC), a user-friendly application designed to help voters identify their polling units with ease. Her delivery underscored the tool’s relevance, especially in reducing voter confusion, improving access to electoral facilities, and encouraging higher voter turnout.
The session concluded with a joint presentation by Ann Aderibigbe and Mustapha Muhammed Kuta, who took participants through the Election Results Management System (ERMS). They explained how the platform supports transparent collation and dissemination of results, enhances public confidence, and provides INEC with a centralised, tamper-proof system for managing election outcomes. Their presentation, marked by clarity and depth, drew attention to the interface’s usability and the broader implications for electoral credibility.
The retreat served not only as a demonstration of the Commission’s commitment to technological advancement but also as a reaffirmation of INEC’s resolve to continue refining electoral processes through innovation, capacity-building, and public trust.
