Credible Elections in Nigeria: The Role of Information Communication Technology

Abstract

The beauty of democracy is that it enables the electorate to determine who governs them. Elections offer them that privilege of choosing their leaders. But when elections are not credible, free and fair these lofty objectives could not be achieved. It is only credible, free and fair elections where the will of majority prevails that will guarantee good governance cum sustainable development. This is because politicians will be on their toes to deliver good governance as that is the only thing that earn them their positions. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Many a time votes do not count and the will of majority do not prevail. Judiciary many a times are handicapped in addressing injustices done during election as cases are always decided based on available evidence. This paper focuses on the how ICT can be applied to ensure credible election.