On December 16, USIP, the National Democratic Institute, the International Republican Institute, the National Endowment for Democracy, and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems held an in-person conversation with President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria. The discussion reflected on the legacy of his administration, his leadership in bringing the Electoral Act of 2022 into fruition and his promise to leave a legacy of credible elections in which the Nigerian people will be free to choose their leaders.
Lise Grande, opening remarks
President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace
His Excellency Muhammadu Buhari
President of Nigeria
Ambassador Johnnie Carson, moderator
Senior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace
For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-nigerian-president-muhammadu-buhari
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