2024 Jigawa State, Nigeria local government elections had low voter turnout due to apathy and lack of opposition participation.
In Jigawa State, Nigeria, local government elections on October 5, 2024, saw low voter turnout, with many polling stations reporting minimal participation and delays in election materials. Despite this, some areas experienced increased turnout by noon. The elections proceeded peacefully across 27 local government areas, with Governor Malam Umar Namadi praising the public's conduct. Factors contributing to low turnout included voter apathy and lack of opposition participation in certain localities.
October 05, 2024
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