A former chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) in Rivers State, Apostle Eugene Ogu, has appealed to the United States government, the United Nations and other international bodies to intervene in what he described as threats to Nigeria’s electoral process.

Ogu faulted the National Assembly over its refusal to adopt the direct electronic transmission of election results in real time, arguing that the decision could undermine the credibility of future elections and weaken the country’s democracy.

In a petition made available to journalists in Port Harcourt on Friday, the cleric urged the European Union and other members of the international community to prevail on Nigerian lawmakers to reverse their position. He accused political leaders of pursuing actions that do not reflect the interest of ordinary citizens.

The founder of Abundant Life Evangel Mission warned that any attempt to tamper with constitutional democracy could trigger unrest across the country. He called on members of the legislature to reconsider their stance and prioritise transparency in the electoral system.

According to him, Nigerians have long endured economic hardship and governance challenges, but should not be denied the right to a credible voting process. He maintained that a free and transparent election, backed by compulsory electronic transmission of results, remains the only way to rebuild public trust in the system.

Ogu alleged that rejecting the proposal could create room for manipulation during the 2027 general elections and called on civil society groups and professional bodies to speak out.

He also appealed to foreign governments and embassies to mount diplomatic pressure on Nigerian authorities, insisting that safeguarding the integrity of elections would strengthen the country’s democracy.

The cleric further cautioned that agencies such as the Independent National Electoral Commission and the police should not be placed under avoidable strain during elections, stressing that clear and transparent procedures would reduce tension and suspicion.

He urged lawmakers to act in the interest of the electorate, noting that history would remember leaders who ensured credible elections rather than those who merely held office.