A counter protest backing Nigeria’s electoral body is full of voice outside the building in the capital, Abuja, where votes are being collated.
The tens of protesters are showing their support metres away from another group which is denouncing the Independent National Electoral Commission (Inec), accusing the body of running a non-transparent election.
The pro-Inec demonstrators are also carrying placards, one urges “Nigerians to stand up for democracy”, another advises Inec to “complete your job” as tension rises over the results.
This morning three opposition parties called for the results to be scrapped, wanting fresh elections.
The announcement of official results is due to start here at the collation centre soon.
Joseph Jegede BBC News, Abuja
