ABC News Online: Nigerian polls close with reports of dozens killed in election violence
As many as 39 people have died in election-related violence in Nigeria, as the country awaits the results of this weekend's voting in what is forecast to be its tightest poll since the end of military rule in 1999.
Current President Muhummadu Buhari, 76, a former military ruler is seeking a second term on an anti-corruption platform.
He faces off against businessman Atiku Abubakar, 72, a former vice president who has promised to expand the role of the private sector.
The election was held on Saturday, but violence and problems with electronic voting machines meant voting continued in a small number of places before polls closed on Sunday.
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More News On Nigeria's Elections
The Latest: Some polls still open in Nigeria election -- FOX News/AP
Nigeria votes for a 2nd day in places as death toll rises -- AP
Monitors concerned as Nigeria awaits vote result -- AFP
Dozens killed in Nigeria poll violence: observers -- Reuters
'Dozens killed' in Nigeria poll violence, counting under way -- Al Jazeera
Buhari's stronghold becomes key battleground in tight Nigeria election -- Reuters
Nigerians Await Election Results -- VOA
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