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Security
Goodluck Promises to do “everything humanly possible” to combat Boko Haram. Seeks greater regional and international cooperation to tackle the insurgency, terrorism, piracy and organised crime.
Buhari Says the government has been ineffective and lacks the willpower to fight Boko Haram. Pledges to end the insurgency within months if elected.
Economy
GoodluckSays he will continue with his economic blueprint known as the “2011-2015 Transformation agenda”. Views economic diversification as a key step towards addressing the fall in global oil prices.
BuhariSays government’s economic policies have worsened the lives of Nigerians. Promises to pick “competent hands” to run the economy. Pledges to tackle poverty by closing the wealth gap through shared economic growth.
Corruption
GoodluckSays “we are fighting corruption. It is not by publicly jailing people. Yes, we believe in suppressing corruption, but our emphasis is in prevention.”
BuhariSays one of his key priorities is to wipe out corruption. “If Nigeria doesn’t kill corruption, corruption will kill Nigeria”.
Employment
Goodluck Promises to create 2 million jobs each year. Launched YouWIN scheme for young entrepreneurs and Sure-P initiative aimed at helping graduates find jobs.
Buhari Promises to create 20,000 jobs per state, totalling 720,000. Pledges support for the agricultural sector and soft loans for small manufacturers to boost job creation.
Infrastructure
Goodluck Credits his administration with reviving the railway system and improving road infrastructure.
BuhariPledges to complete stalled road projects and improve infrastructural development nationwide, especially in the north-east.
Energy
Goodluck Says government’s privatization of the power generation and distribution companies will ensure regular power supplies in the future.
Buhari Favours exploration of non-oil sector. Says economic diversification key to addressing falling global oil prices.
