Google presents 5 online resources to help Nigerians play their parts in the 2023 elections

By Business AM

Google has put together a list of five essential online resources aimed at enabling Nigerians to gain access to relevant  information and stay engaged  with the presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled to kick off on February 25, 2023. The resources include:

1. Find at-a-glance elections information 

To make it easier to stay up-to-date on the upcoming elections, Google has launched new information panels in Nigeria on Search. When Nigerians search for “Nigeria Elections” on Google, they can quickly find relevant and authoritative information including key dates, the latest news and polling information from trusted sources.

2. Nigeria Elections Trends Page

To help people understand how and what users are searching for in the lead up to the election, Google has launched a dedicated Google Trends election page. With this tool, Nigerians can stay informed about the most searched election topics, and view insights from across the country. They can also use the tool to compare the search interest in different candidates, parties, and issues.

3. Livestream on YouTube on elections day or watch past debates or town halls

YouTube is a helpful resource for those who want to stay informed about the elections. Nigerians can watch past debates and town halls on YouTube to get a better understanding of the candidates and their policies. News providers can also provide live election coverage through their YouTube channels

Link: https://www.youtube.com/

4. Google Doodle 

For the Nigeria elections, Google will be featuring a special elections Doodle, which when clicked, will connect users to the elections information panels. This page provides users with the most relevant and up-to-date information on the elections, pulled from trusted parties. The Doodle is a fun and creative way to learn about the election candidates and their policies, while highlighting important issues and events related to the election.

5. Find Your Polling Station using Google Maps

A prospective voter can find out where a polling unit is located using the INEC portal at https://cvr.inecnigeria.org/pu. Once the polling station has been located, one can enter the address into Google Maps and get directions to the location. Google Maps on www.google.com/maps can also be used to find out information about the area around the polling station before. This tool can save time and ensure that voters arrive at their polling stations on time.

These  tools, according to Google,are designed to help Nigerians, particularly the voting populace, stay up-to-date on the latest election trends, find information on the candidates and their policies, and get directions to polling stations, ensuring that they are ready and empowered to make their voices heard to influence policy.

The multinational technology giant  noted that the digital resources will help Nigerians remain informed, active, and empowered leading up to the country’s pivotal 2023 elections which is a critical time for Nigerians. It also assured that the utilisation of these resources presents an opportunity for citizens to have their voices heard and to shape the future of their country.