With drama, crimes and cash, and even dash of witchcraft, the theatrical twists of Nigeria’s politics are inspiring directors from country’s movie industry.
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News about the struggle for better democracy in Nigeria. According to Freedom House, Nigeria is not an electoral democracy. Elections in the largest country in Africa have "by and large been chaotic affairs marked by vote rigging and violence". Also check out our section on World Democracy and our articles on Africa.
Nigeria’s Buhari Wins Second Term as President
More than 260 people have been killed since the start of the election campaign in October. The toll so far is lower than in earlier elections.
Nigerians Await 2019 Presidential Election Results
Nigerians waited for election results Sunday as vote counting continued from the nation’s hotly-contested presidential poll.
Vote Counting Underway in Nigeria Presidential Poll
Vote-counting began Saturday in Nigeria’s hotly-contested presidential election that was marred by violent outbreaks in a few parts of the oil-rich nation.
Nigerian Female Candidates Find Opportunities Amid Shifting Attitudes
Zainab Sulaiman Umar knows how to get out the vote. The Nigerian politician walks door to door, pitching her campaign and touting her party’s platform.
Africa’s Largest Democracy Finally Goes to Vote, a Week Late
A voting card and a metal rod for self-defense are both close at hand in Christopher Obiorah’s tiny bookshop but he hopes to use just one of them.
In 1 in 4 Elections, African Voters Face Delays
Delay in Nigeria’s general election, re-scheduled for Saturday, brings doubt about the commitment to a free and fair poll in Africa’s most populous country.
Buhari Warns Will Be ‘Ruthless’ Against Nigeria Election Tampering
President Buhari warns that anyone trying to tamper with Nigeria’s postponed vote risked their lives and accused the electoral commission of incompetence.
Nigeria Delays National Elections by One Week
Voters in Nigeria woke up Saturday morning to the news that the presidential and parliamentary elections have been postponed for a week.
Economy, Insecurity and Corruption Weigh on Nigerian Elections
Nigerians will choose a president and legislature for Africa’s most populous country, state governors and local representatives will be picked after.