Chadians vigilant ahead of presidential elections on Monday

As Chad goes to the polls on Monday to vote for a new president, voters are eager to do battle with the old regime.

Indeed, the country has not held a presidential election since the death of former leader, Idriss Deby Itno, who ruled the country for three decades.

“We have come a long way, we’re ready and well prepared. So, even if we have to go out and vote today, we’re ready for it,” says Ndjamena resident, Innocent Kouldegue.

The National Election Management Authority (ANGE) has banned anyone from filming or taking photos of the results, or from publishing them on social media or any other radio or television platform.

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