| You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 02/07/2015 10:25 PM EST Postponement of Elections in NigeriaPress Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC February 7, 2015
The United States is deeply disappointed by the decision to postpone Nigeria’s presidential election, which had been scheduled for February 14. Political interference with the Independent National Electoral Commission is unacceptable, and it is critical that the government not use security concerns as a pretext for impeding the democratic process. The international community will be watching closely as the Nigerian government prepares for elections on the newly scheduled dates. The United States underscores the importance of ensuring that there are no further delays. As I reaffirmed when I visited Lagos last month, we support a free, transparent, and credible electoral process in Nigeria and renew our calls on all candidates, their supporters, and Nigerian citizens to maintain calm and reject election-related violence. Stay connected with the State Department:
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