Abstract

Pattern of Voter�s Apathy in Presidential Elections in Nigeria
Track: Elections and Redistricting
Authors: Olalekan John Taiwo, Fethi Ahmed

We examined the spatio-temporal pattern and predictors of voter�s apathy in presidential elections in Nigeria. We combined analysis of variance, hotspot tool, ordinary least square, and geographical weighted regression in identifying spatial predictors of voter�s apathy among states. There is significant temporal (F= 4.811, P<0.05) and spatial (F=8.133 P<0.05) variations in voter�s apathy in Nigeria. Voter�s apathy predictors are population, revenue, unemployment, poverty and fuel expenditure.