Small steps forward

摘要

The presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo, whatever its pitfalls, has been positive for Nigerian science. The orderly transfer of power is an important test of any democracy. This Saturday, voters will go to the polls in Nigeria to select a successor to President Olusegun Obasanjo, the former general elected in 1999. Having served two terms, Obasanjo will return to academic life. But the election campaign has already been characterized by considerable violence, and it remains to be seen if its outcome can be regarded as fair.