Former President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeki will lead a team of Commonwealth election observers to Nigeria.
Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland constituted the Observer Group following an invitation from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
Scotland noted that the body remains a committed and reliable partner in Nigeria’s continuing journey towards peaceful democratic governance.
The leader said the Commonwealth has observed all general elections since 1999, adding that the latest deployment affirms the enduring support for the promotion of the processes and institutions of democracy.
“This month’s elections hold immense significance not just for Nigeria, but for the entire African continent and the wider democratic world.”
Scotland urged all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful election environment which is conducive to the free exercise of people’s franchise and in which fundamental freedoms and rights are respected.
The Commonwealth group will observe…
