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African democracy on the line as ‘bellwether’ Nigeria goes to polls

6 mins | Feb 18, 2023

Nigeria's presidential election couldn't come at a worse time, amid persisting economic and conflict struggles. With many African countries heading to the polls, Jason Burke discusses Nigeria's role as a democracy barometer for the continent.

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