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Officials Say Nigerian Elections on Track Despite Violence
January 27, 2023
Nigeria's electoral commission says will hold elections in February despite threats to its facilities and staff. Since Nigeria's last elections in 2019, the commission has recorded more than 50 attacks on its facilities. Observers say such violence could hinder voting if it happens in the run-up to the polls. Timothy Obiezu reports from Abuja, Nigeria.
CategoryAfrica
Content TypePackage
LanguageEnglish
NewsML Media TopicsArts, Culture, Entertainment and Media
Topic TagsNigeria, Nigerian elections
NetworkVOA
Expiration DateFebruary 25, 2023 22:00 EST
Embargo DateJanuary 26, 2023 22:14 EST
BylineTimothy Obiezu
Brand / Language ServiceVoice of America - English