Nigeria, Jan. 20 -- Majority of Nigerians who participated in a PREMIUM TIMES poll have asked the federal government not to take sides in the 'crisis' between the United States and Iran.

Although most of the participants voted against the idea, a few others voted for Nigeria to take sides while some said they did not care whether or not Nigeria picks a side.

The face-off between both countries which recently dominated headlines globally, caused tension not just in the countries but around the world.

The poll which lasted for seven days, had a total of 3,671 participants.

The participants were asked a single question: "Should Nigeria take a position in the US - Iran face-off?" Respondents were given the options of "yes", "no" and "I do...