Nigerians will choose a president and legislature for Africa’s most populous country, state governors and local representatives will be picked after.
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Nigeria in Battle Against Fake News Ahead of Elections
Nigeria fake news can be so outlandish that president recently felt compelled to declare that he had not died and been replaced by a Sudanese body double.
How Social Media and the Internet Transformed Nigerian Elections
Tech has become instrumental in pushing political propaganda and also in exposing the atrocities and schemes of elected officials and political aspirants.
Nigerian Women Struggle to Win Political Offices
When Nigerians go to the polls Feb. 16 for general elections, few will be expecting large numbers of female candidates to win.
The Need for Money Politics Reforms Across Africa
Money politics reforms across Africa will ensure fair political participation processes and prevent corruption stemming from misuse of money in politics.
Nigeria Adjourns Trial of Top Judge Suspended by President
A legal case against Nigeria’s top judge that raised fears of interference in next month’s presidential election was adjourned indefinitely on Monday.
Nigeria Rejects Foreign Criticism Over Judge’s Suspension
Nigeria’s government warned off international “meddling,” insisting the country will conduct “free, fair elections” for the presidency on February 16.
Nigeria Ruling Party Launches Buhari’s Re-Election Campaign
Nigeria’s ruling party launches President Buhari’s re-election bid on Friday in the southern city of Uyo, hours after naming a campaign team.
Top Candidate Absent From Nigerian Election Accord Ceremony
Nigeria’s opposition candidate absent at the signing of an election agreement stating a commitment to hold peaceful election early next year.
Nigerian President Denies Dying and being Replaced by Lookalike
Nigeria’s President Buhari denies claims of his death and of being replaced by a Sudanese impostor, a rumour that has circulated on social media for months.