
2019 Nigerian general election
The 2019 Nigerian general election, held on February 23, 2019, involved presidential and legislative voting. Incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was re-elected, defeating main challenger Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The election was marked by high voter turnout, logistical challenges, and reports of electoral irregularities. Despite some opposition claims of malpractice, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Buhari the winner. Legislative elections for the National Assembly also took place, shaping Nigeria's political landscape for another term amid ongoing concerns over security and electoral integrity.