Fred Muvunyi had this story in Deutsche Welle. Here is an excerpt:

At least 7.3 million people are expected to vote in Chad’s presidential election on Sunday. 

Ten candidates appear on the ballot paper. However, three of them have withdrawn from the race, citing intimidation and an “already rigged election” in favor of President Marshal Idriss Deby Itno. 

Deby came to power in the oil-rich African nation in 1990 through a military coup that removed Hissene Habre from office. He has maintained his grip on power since then, winning all five times he ran for office. 

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