Voters queue to cast ballots in Nigeria elections

Polls opened as Nigerians started casting ballots in both parliamentary and presidential elections. Eighteen candidates are vying for the chance. The election comes amid a currency shortage in the nation, raising concerns about whether it will affect voter turnout.

Authorities announced the switch to a new naira note in November, but the change has led to shortfalls of bank notes nationwide. The vote is being carefully watched as Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy and one of the continent’s top oil producers.