Nigerians vote in presidential, national assembly elections

STORY: Nigerians vote in presidential, national assembly elections DATELINE: Feb. 26, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:51 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Nigeria's presidential and parliamentary elections 2. STANDUP (English): AMZAT ADEWALE, Xinhua reporter STORYLINE: Nigeria's presidential and parliamentary elections were held on Saturday as voters went to the polls nationwide to elect a new president and members of the national assembly. Eighteen presidential candidates took part in the presidential election. STANDUP (English): AMZAT ADEWALE, Xinhua reporter "As polling stations opened their doors, people from all walks of life have been seen waiting patiently to cast their ballots. From the bustling city centers to the rural areas, the air is filled with anticipation and excitement as voters wait for the opportunity to cast their ballots for their preferred candidates. With 87.2 million people expected to participate in the elections, the outcome of this election has the potential to shape