The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Nigeria has declared its intention to independently collate and publish election results from polling units in 2027. This move directly challenges a warning issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against the release of unofficial results. The ADC asserts its right to gather and disseminate its own data, despite INEC’s concerns about potential inaccuracies and disruption to the official process. Party officials have not detailed how this collation will be managed or verified, but insist on transparency. INEC has previously cautioned against any parallel tabulation of results to avoid fueling unrest or undermining public trust in the electoral system. This stance sets the stage for a potential showdown between the ADC and INEC during the 2027 elections in Nigeria. The ADC’s decision raises questions about its confidence in INEC’s processes and its motivations for pursuing an independent count.