Building on Mahmood's Foundation: A Legacy of Electoral Excellence at INEC

By: Nkennah George 

Sustaining Mahmoud Yakubu's legacies at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) requires building on the foundations he laid during his tenure. As a renowned academic and administrator, Yakubu introduced several innovations that improved the electoral process in Nigeria.

Hi's innovations at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have been significant, particularly in the area of technology advancement. One notable innovation is the introduction of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), which combines fingerprint verification and facial recognition technology to verify voters' identities.

The BVAS has been instrumental in reducing electoral fraud and improving the accuracy and efficiency of the voting process. It has also enhanced the transparency of the electoral process by allowing for real-time uploading of election results to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV). This innovation has been a game-changer in Nigeria's electoral process.

In addition to the BVAS, Professor Yakubu has introduced other technological innovations to improve the electoral process. For instance, INEC has piloted the use of electronic voting systems in some elections, which has improved the speed and accuracy of vote counting. This innovation has reduced the risk of human error and improved the overall efficiency of the electoral process.

Another significant innovation introduced by Professor Yakubu is the electronic transmission of election results. This innovation has reduced the risk of electoral malpractices and improved the transparency of the electoral process. With the electronic transmission of results, stakeholders can now track results in real-time, reducing the likelihood of manipulation.

There have also been suggestions that INEC could adopt blockchain technology to further improve the security and transparency of the electoral process. Blockchain technology has the potential to provide an additional layer of security and transparency, making it even more difficult for malicious actors to manipulate the electoral process.

The innovations introduced by Professor Yakubu have contributed significantly to improving the credibility and transparency of Nigeria's electoral process. However, there is an urgent need to sustain these legacies and continue to improve the electoral process. This requires continued investment in technology and innovation, as well as a commitment to transparency and accountability.

Sustaining these legacies will require a collaborative effort from all stakeholders, including INEC, political parties, civil society organizations, and the general public. It is essential that we continue to support and build on the innovations introduced by Professor Yakubu to ensure that Nigeria's electoral process remains credible, transparent, and accountable.

As we move forward, it is imperative that we recognize the significance of Professor Yakubu's legacies and strive to improve upon them. This requires a concerted effort to address the remaining challenges in the electoral process, such as voter apathy, electoral violence, and manipulation. By building on the foundations laid by Professor Yakubu, we can restore the confidence of the electorates in the system, ensure the integrity of the electoral process, and consolidate Nigeria's democratic gains.

Professor Yakubu's innovations at INEC have been a significant step forward for Nigeria's electoral process. However, it is essential that we sustain these legacies and continue to improve the electoral process. With continued investment in technology and innovation, as well as a commitment to transparency and accountability, we can ensure that Nigeria's electoral process remains a model for other countries to follow.


Nkenna writes from Enugu via Nkennahgeorge340@gmail.com 

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