The Impact of Twitter during 2019 General Elections in Bauchi State of Nigeria.

Abstract

The growing presence of Nigerians on social media, particularly Twitter, has highlighted the need to
explore its role in political communication. This study focused on the influence of Twitter during the 2019
general elections in Bauchi State, Nigeria, examining its effectiveness as a political communication tool
and analyzing its implications for the electoral process. The research relied on secondary data sources,
including journal articles, book chapters, and other relevant documents, to explore Twitter's role in
political communication in Nigeria. The findings revealed that Twitter had a significant impact on the 2019
general elections, demonstrating that active engagement on the platform positively influenced political
communication. In conclusion, the study provided valuable insights into the connection between Twitter
and the 2019 general elections. It recommended that policymakers and electoral bodies acknowledge
Twitter's critical role in shaping the conduct and dynamics of general elections.