YMonitor Election Series: What is INEC’s Election Result Viewing Portal?

The INEC election viewing portal is a game-changer for electoral transparency in Nigeria. With real-time results accessible from any device, voters can stay informed and engaged throughout the electoral process.

What is INEC’s Election Result Viewing Portal?

The INEC’s Election Result Viewing Portal is an online platform created by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria to provide citizens with real-time access to the results of elections conducted by the commission. The portal allows users to view election results as announced from the various polling units, wards, and local government areas across the country.

Why is the portal important?

It promotes transparency, credibility, timeliness, and accessibility in the electoral process. Allowing citizens to verify the authenticity of election results enhances the credibility of the electoral process. It ensures that citizens can make informed decisions and respond quickly to any issues that may arise during the electoral process.

How does the portal works?

1. The results are transmitted from the various polling units, wards, and local government areas across the country to the INEC’s central database using the BVAS.
2. The verified results are then uploaded to the INEC’s Election Result Viewing Portal, which is accessible to the public.
3. Citizens can access the portal using their internet-enabled devices and view the election results in real time as they are being announced.