Election and Electoral Bodies in Nigeria

Election is a common process in every democratic societyThe term society is derived from the Latin word 'socius' meaning friendship or companionship. Society is a community, nation or group of people who share the same traditions, institutions, rules and... More. It takes place at the specified time, mostly towards the end of the tenure of political office holders (president, governors, etc).

It allows for easy change of government from one civilian regime to another civilian regime without violence.

Election is a key feature of representative democracy. It is the choosing of a leader through voting by the people of the country who are called voters. A good election ought to be free and fair, regular, and periodic.