The Chairperson of Ghana’s Electoral Commission, Mrs. Jean Mensa, has expressed optimism that the Nigerian election on Saturday, February 25, 2023, will be credible, transparent, free, and fair.
In an interview with GBC News Correspondent Edward Nyarko, Mrs. Mensa said her engagement with the Independent National Electoral Commission of Nigeria indicates that all stakeholders are prepared to ensure the elections turn out to be one of the best in Nigeria’s history.
Nigeria, the most populous nation in Africa, will hold presidential elections on Febuary 25, 2023 amid growing dissatisfaction in the nation due to deteriorating security and economic hardship. Would any of the front-runners, the majority of whom have spent decades in politics, be able to change the course of the nation?
Muhammadu Buhari, the outgoing president of Nigeria, is leaving office after nearly eight years in charge amid instability and intense agitation, as many people are unable to access the money they require to purchase food due to a bungled roll-out of new banknotes.
But the cash crisis is not the only problem Nigerians face, with the last year being marked by struggle and tragedy, including high inflation and deadly attacks by gunmen against innocent civilians.
Mr Buhari’s supporters say he has done his best and highlight achievements, such as his work on infrastructure projects and attempts to combat violent extremism. But even his own wife, Aisha Buhari, has apologised to the Nigerian people for falling short of their expectations.