"Election Results Transmission: Nigeria's Infrastructure Lags Behind" In the midst of ongoing debates about Nigeria's electoral process, one crucial aspect has sparked intense discussions: the possibility of real-time upload of election results. The prospect of making election results available to the public in real-time through electronic transmission has been touted as a means of enhancing transparency and trust in the electoral process. However, a recent statement by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the Senate Leader, has cast a shadow of doubt on Nigeria's preparedness for this innovation. Bamidele's assertion is not unfounded, given the country's struggles with power outages and communication network challenges. In a statement issued by his media and public affairs directorate, Bamidele pointed out the glaring gaps in Nigeria's communication and power infrastructure, which he believes are significant obstacles to the successful implementation of real-time electronic transmission of election results. The senator's concerns are echoed by many Nigerians who are all too familiar with the frustrations of frequent power outages and poor internet connectivity. The implications of Nigeria's unpreparedness for real-time election results transmission are far-reaching. If the country's infrastructure cannot support such a system, it could lead to mistrust in the electoral process and undermine the credibility of election results. Moreover, the lack of transparency and accountability in the electoral process could perpetuate the cycle of electoral disputes and violence that have plagued Nigeria's democracy. Furthermore, Bamidele's concerns highlight the urgent need for Nigeria to invest in modernizing its communication and power infrastructure. This includes upgrading the country's power grid, improving internet connectivity, and deploying robust digital infrastructure to support the processing and transmission of election results in real-time. By addressing these infrastructure gaps, Nigeria can move closer to achieving a more transparent and trustworthy electoral process. In conclusion, while the idea of real-time election results transmission is appealing, Nigeria's current infrastructure is not yet ready to support it. The country must take concrete steps to address its communication and power infrastructure challenges before embarking on any ambitious electoral reforms. Only then can Nigerians have confidence in the integrity of the electoral process and the results that emerge from it.