to western companies, but also open to other financial companies in other parts of the well my geri africa, most populous nation and biggest economy is preparing for presidential elections this saturday here. and i'll say we'll taking off our special coverage of one of the continents most significant elections this year. the 18 candidates will take part in the presidential elections with 3 of the leaders. we're presenting the main regions of the country. those decisions have been complicated by multiple crises in the country, from economic troubles, to energy issues, or the correspondent rachel blevins brings with more details. the west african nation of nigeria is days away from an election that will determine the country's next president. and while some races have humane options, nigerians have 18 to choose from who represent a wide range of views and interests. the question at hand is who will replace the current president bahama do bihari, who has been in office for the last 8 years. this out, 3 contenders, represent the major regions in africa, most populous nation. first, there's bol