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Opposition win historic Nigerian election

Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has conceded defeat in the country's election,urging supporters to vent their frustrations peacefully following the loss.

Former military ruler Muhammadu Buhari, 72, became the first opposition candidate to oust a president in a democratic election.

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Nigeria's voting period extended

Nigeria have extended the voting period for their current elections until Sunday after reported technical issues at polling stations across the country.

Voters check their name on voters lists pasted on a wall at a polling unit at the beginning of general elections in Daura, northwest Nigeria Credit: REUTERS/Akintunde Akinleye

Information Commissioner Chris Yimoga told journalists: "In polling units where accreditation was suspended to the following day, in accordance with the existing guidelines, arrangements will be made for voters to vote tomorrow."

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