JSS3 Second Term Civic Education Lesson Note – Need for Free and Fair Election

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WEEK 3

TOPIC: Election and Electoral Bodies in Nigeria

CONTENT:  Need for Free and Fair Election

Sub–Topic 1: Need for Free and Fair Election

Free and Fair Election

A free and fair election is the one that is free from all forms of electoral fraud or malpractices. Such election is characterized by freedom from violence, intimidation or coercion by political parties, candidates and media, freedom to challenge and raise objection to issues without negative consequences, freedom to vote in secret and freedom to hold political rallies.

Need for Free and Fair Election

1. Free and fair election guarantees good governance
2. There will be peace in the society because the people will not be cheated
3. It brings the right candidate to office

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