The Intelligence from The Economist Has Obi won, can Obi? Nigeria’s elections
Feb 27, 2023
Ore Ogunbiyi, a dual British-Nigerian journalist, shares her first-time voting experience in Nigeria, highlighting the enthusiasm and hope among young voters for change. Meanwhile, Max Rodenbeck, The Economist’s Berlin bureau chief, discusses Germany's significant shift in defense policy since Olaf Scholz's stirring address, especially in response to the Ukraine conflict. The conversation touches on Nigeria's challenging electoral climate and Peter Obi's rise as a candidate, juxtaposed with the evolving dynamics of Germany's military commitments.
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Voting in Lagos
- Ore Ogunbiyi and her mother went to vote in Lagos, Nigeria.
- It was a significant election with high enthusiasm and a historical three-party race.
Nigeria's Importance
- Nigeria's election is crucial for West African democracy and its own socioeconomic future.
- With a large young population, this election carries significant weight.
A Three-Party Race
- This Nigerian election has a third-party contender with a real chance, unlike previous two-party races.
- Young voters, despite being stereotyped as apathetic, registered in high numbers.