Electronic Transmission Row: Kenneth Okonkwo Calls Akpabio ‘Enemy of Democracy’ -

Nollywood actor and lawyer, Kenneth Okonkwo, has launched a sharp attack on Senate President Godswill Akpabio over comments linked to the controversy surrounding electronic transmission of election results in Nigeria.

Okonkwo, a vocal advocate for electoral reforms, accused Akpabio of standing against democratic progress, describing him as an “enemy of democracy.”

His remarks followed renewed debates in the National Assembly on the role of technology in elections, particularly the electronic transmission of results by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

According to Okonkwo, electronic transmission is critical to ensuring transparency, credibility, and public trust in the electoral process. He argued that any attempt to undermine or restrict its use opens the door to manipulation and weakens democracy.

He maintained that Nigeria cannot claim to practice true democracy while resisting reforms that promote free, fair, and verifiable elections.

The former APC chieftain further stated that leaders who oppose electronic transmission are more interested in protecting personal or political interests than strengthening democratic institutions.

He urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and demand accountability from elected officials on issues affecting the nation’s electoral integrity.

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The debate over electronic transmission has remained contentious, with supporters insisting it will curb rigging and delays, while critics argue about infrastructure gaps and security concerns.

Akpabio has previously expressed reservations about fully adopting electronic transmission, a position that has continued to attract criticism from reform advocates.

As political tensions rise ahead of future elections, the controversy highlights the deep divisions within Nigeria’s political space over how best to safeguard democracy and restore confidence in the electoral system.