What Nigerians in diaspora think of polls
Last Saturday, Nigeria held its presidential and National Assembly elections. Daily Trust sought the views of some Nigerians in diaspora on the polls. Salama Sheyin, Student, USA I think the level of rigging we saw during this election was actually similar to what obtained during previous ones. However, the increased use of social media allowed […]
Last Saturday, Nigeria held its presidential and National Assembly elections. Daily Trust sought the views of some Nigerians in diaspora on the polls.
Salama Sheyin, Student, USA
I think the level of rigging we saw during this election was actually similar to what obtained during previous ones. However, the increased use of social media allowed us to see direct recordings of these irregularities. I think this is a good development as it could increase the plethora of evidence that could be presented to election tribunals in addressing such issues. The burning question for me is whether such ‘evidence’ is credible enough to be admissible in court. Either way, before the international community and other Nigerians who really care, this election cannot be said to be satisfactorily credible.
Chioma Kalu, Business Analyst, Canada
I think there was no election. It was a sham and a shame. It is rather sad, because I know a lot of people voted, and trust me, not for Buhari. What a sad country. I saw a video of under-aged kids voting and Youth Corp members stamping registers.
Tafida Wadzani Gadzama, City Councillor, London, UK
We thank God for the successful elections which brought lots of surprises because some political heavyweights lost out. This means that Nigerians cannot be taken for granted anymore. I hope our politicians will keep in touch with their people and ensure good governance in the country.
Omobolaji Oyegunle, Journalist, London, UK
The elections were free and fair. The outcome means a lot to me and to all Nigerians who voted for Buhari to continue the good job he started for another four years. I hope he will maintain the vision and improve on what he has started. He should use the opportunity to stamp out corruption in the country, even though I know it’s not going to be easy. He should also continue working on improving social amenities for the people.
Daniel Abiodun, Health Worker, UK
What impressed me the most about the just concluded presidential and National Assembly election is the general peaceful atmosphere witnessed during the conduct of the election throughout the country. It was a far cry from the previous election where we had bloodshed.
I am also excited with the return of President Buhari to continue with his good work which is already yielding fruit. In all honesty, no country can possibly move forward if corruption is allowed to prevail in the system and the economy.