Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the use of the Biometric Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) in the country's recent elections. Jonathan emphasized the importance of a fully automated BVAS, stating that if achieved, it would eliminate discussions about glitches ¹.
The BVAS has been a topic of debate, with many criticizing its performance during the elections. Despite its intended purpose of preventing overvoting and ensuring transparency, the system experienced technical issues, including failures to accredit voters and upload results in real-time ¹.
Jonathan's statement highlights the need for a more efficient and reliable electoral process. A fully automated BVAS could potentially address some of the challenges faced during the elections, such as delayed voting and disputed results.
*Key Challenges with BVAS:*
- _Technical Issues_: BVAS experienced failures to accredit voters, including high-profile individuals like Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike.
- _Internet Connectivity_: The system's reliance on internet connectivity led to delays in uploading results, sparking concerns about transparency and credibility.
- _Scalability_: The electoral commission's inability to scale up the BVAS and IReV systems for nationwide elections raised questions about their preparedness ¹.
Jonathan's call for a fully automated BVAS underscores the importance of investing in reliable and efficient electoral technologies to ensure the integrity of Nigeria's democratic process.
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- *BVAS Automation*
- *Election Glitches*
- *Goodluck Jonathan's Statement*
- *Nigerian Election Technology*
- *Voter Accreditation System*
