Nigeria Preps for Second Attempt on Botched General Election

After a delayed vote, officials are working to ensure it happens as planned. Rival parties question the vote's credibility, fearing disputes. The International Crisis Group highlights the rescheduling's costs. Paul Wallace from Bloomberg News reports from Lagos, where the delay caused significant disruption. Businesses and political parties had to adjust plans, and voters faced travel dilemmas. Currently, the situation is calm, with campaigning stopped and a public holiday declared to facilitate voting.

What was the main concern of rival parties regarding the vote?

• The location of the vote

• The credibility of the vote

• The number of candidates

• The timing of the vote

Who provides insights into the situation in Lagos?

• An official from the International Crisis Group

• Paul Wallace from Bloomberg News

• A Nigerian voter

• A local politician

What time did the dramatic delay of the vote occur?

• Midnight

• 3:00 AM

• Noon

• 6:00 PM

What was the impact of the voting delay on businesses?

• No impact

• Significant disruption

• Minimal disruption

• Increased profits

What action did the government take to facilitate voting?

• Reduced voting locations

• Declared a work-free day

• Extended voting hours

• Increased security