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Nigeria\u2019s presidential elections on February 16 will decide who leads Africa\u2019s most populous nation for the next four years. \n \nIn a Sunday special from Lagos, Edward Stourton explores the effect religion plays in Nigerian life and its importance in the upcoming ballot. \n \nReligiously linked violence in Nigeria\u2019s northern states and middle belt colours the backdrop of these elections. We speak to those affected and examine the impact the clashes will have on how people vote.\n \nFemi Kuti who, like his father Fela Kuti, combines music with social activism, speaks to Edward Stourton about the choices facing Nigeria. And as two leading candidates are both in their 70s, we speak to some of Nigeria\u2019s under 25s, who make up more than half the population, about how they view the elections.

Producer:\nHarry Farley\nHelen Lee