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In Nigeria, who pays wins

Article Abstract:

Nigerian presidential elections are scheduled for Feb 27 1999 and money has played an important role in candidate selection and alliances set up for the candidates. There was a turnout of some 20% for elections for the National Assembly, which has not been operational for more than 15 years. The presidential vote is forecast to attract a higher proportion of voters, and the favorite is the People's Democratic Party candidate, Olusegun Obasanjo. Olu Falae is the candidate of an alliance of parties, and both he and his rival are southerners and Christians.

Presidential candidates

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Nigeria's new start

Article Abstract:

There are hopes for a successful election in Nigeria, and failure will affect Africa as a whole, since Nigeria is large and populous. There is potential wealth in Nigeria, including petroleum assets. There are religious and other divisions that rulers have to tackle, and they also have to repair the country's decaying infrastructure. Corruption is also a serious problem and will take some time to eradicate. There is a need to make an effort to prevent the country being broken up or becoming lawless.

Editorial

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