Rigged poll: Take action to resolve issues, UK tells Nigerian gov’t

 

British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak

The United Kingdom (UK), has urged the government of Nigeria to take action to resolve outstanding issues surrounding last Saturday’s Presidential and National Assembly elections.

The UK’s Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, made this call in a statement on Thursday.

He acknowledged that the oppositions, civil societies, and some observer missions were contesting the integrity of the elections, adding that Nigerian authorities should examine all concerns carefully.

“We note the position of opposition parties on the election outcome and the concerns expressed by observer missions and civil society about the organisation of the process, including delays and technical challenges.