Former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi on Tuesday joined protesters in Abuja, stating that he brought along his first son, a medical doctor, to provide emergency care for anyone injured during the demonstration.
Speaking while addressing journalists at the protest ground, Amaechi explained that his son’s presence was deliberate, stressing that medical support was necessary given the size and intensity of the gathering.
He said the decision showed his commitment to a peaceful protest while ensuring that participants had immediate access to basic healthcare if the situation escalated.
Moreover, Amaechi described the protest as a civic response to the Senate’s rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results, a decision that has continued to draw criticism from political actors and civil society groups.
According to him, credible elections remain central to democratic stability, hence the need for sustained public engagement.
He further maintained that the demonstration was not about partisan interests but about protecting the integrity of the electoral process.
Amaechi said citizens had a responsibility to speak out whenever policies or legislative actions threatened transparency and public trust.
Meanwhile, protesters at the venue echoed similar concerns, calling on lawmakers to reconsider their stance and adopt reforms that would strengthen confidence in future elections.
They insisted that electronic transmission of results would reduce manipulation and enhance accountability.
However, security agencies were present at the protest location to monitor activities and prevent a breakdown of law and order, as the demonstration remained largely peaceful at the time of reporting.