2023 began with a new round of violent events that have led the chairman of Nigeria’s INEC to raise concerns – later denied – over a possible postponement of the elections. Among the reported incidents were attacks against INEC offices and staff, assassinations of candidates, and violent incidents between party supporters.
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The incorporation of new data from Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Negotiations Affairs Department news sources adds valuable nuance and detail to specific types of events in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.…
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As outlined in ACLED’s methodology document, Gang Violence: Concepts, Benchmarks, and Coding Rules, which explains the parameters for coding gang violence in certain countries and contexts, regular reviews are conducted to determine changes that may result in further countries or territories meeting the inclusion criteria for gang violence events.…
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With the general election approaching, two major issues have dominated the news cycle during the first half of December. First, the increase in attacks on facilities run by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Nigeria’s election management body. These attacks have raised concerns about the safety of electoral officials, as well as the feasibility of holding elections across the country. Second, the electoral campaign has further polarized the media environment, with attacks against allegedly partisan outlets.
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