April 2003
Nigerian Kidnappers Threaten Foreign Hostages - 2003-04-30
Nigerian oil strikers have taken 100 workers hostage, threatening violence if law enforcement intervenes. Negotiations are ongoing for the release of 35 British and 21…
Nigerian President Says He Will Resign if Election Fraud is Proven
Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared he will step down if the election court finds evidence of fraud in the recent elections. He encourages those…
USA: Nigeria Should Investigate Election Fraud Allegations - 2003-04-25
The U.S. government has called on Nigeria to investigate allegations of election fraud from recent elections, urging opposition parties to resolve disputes peacefully. This statement…
Winner of Nigeria's Election Announced - 2003-04-23
The Nigerian Electoral Commission has declared President Olusegun Obasanjo the winner of the recent election, securing 61% of the votes. His main opponent, Muhammadu Buhari,…
Obasanjo Leads with Approximately 61% of Votes in Nigerian Presidential Election
Olusegun Obasanjo is leading the Nigerian presidential election with about 61% of the votes, but allegations of fraud have been raised by his main opponent,…
Counting of Presidential Election Votes Begins in Nigeria - 2003-04-20
The counting of votes for Nigeria's presidential and gubernatorial elections has started, with President Olusegun Obasanjo leading against Muhammadu Buhari. This election marks a significant…
Nigerian Police Kill Six Opponents During Elections
Nigerian police killed six opposition supporters during elections, indicating unrest in the presidential voting process. President Olusegun Obasanjo is seeking re-election under a civilian government,…
Elections - The First Test of Nigeria's Emerging Democracy - 2003-04-19
Nigeria is holding its first presidential election in twenty years under civilian rule, with high voter turnout. Current President Olusegun Obasanjo is competing against opposition…
One of Nigeria's Traders Shot Dead
Yemi Oni, a trader and supporter of opposition governor Adeniyi Adebayo, was shot dead in Nigeria amid rising violence linked to upcoming elections. This incident…