Independent National Electoral Commission
Amid allegations of voter suppression, Nigeria’s opposition candidates set to challenge presidential poll results
Opposition parties have alleged widespread voter suppression and intimidation in the presidential election in which less than 30% of eligible voters exercised their franchise. Opposition candidates Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar have said they will challenge the victory of Bola Tinubu
Incumbent president Buhari wins election; opposition challenges result
The voter turnout of 35.7% is less than the 44% in 2015; incumbent president doubles his electoral support in five states in southeastern Nigeria
Nigerian elections postponed hours before voting
The outcome of the election, now scheduled on February 23, has a lot on stakes, including the state’s control over Nigeria’s oil.
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