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The Board concluded that Nigeria is not eligible for an extension of the Validation request

Nigeria’s Validation will begin on 1 January 2023.

Decision reference
2022-58 / BC-330
Decision basis
EITI Articles of Association 2016-2019, Article 12

Board decision

The Board concluded that Nigeria is not eligible for an extension of the Validation deadline. Nigeria’s Validation will begin on 1 January 2023. However, recognizing the tense environment that surrounds elections in Nigeria, the Board noted that the period of stakeholder consultation should be extended accordingly.

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Nigeria