Anambra 2021 election news

Here are some news updates on the 2021 Anambra State Governorship Election:

Latest News

• The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of the Anambra State Governorship Election from November 6 to November 18, 2021. The decision was taken due to the ongoing security challenges in the state. [Source: Vanguard]
• The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of planning to rig the election. APGA's candidate, Chukwuma Soludo, has called on INEC to ensure a free and fair election. [Source: The Nation]
• The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the APC of using thugs to disrupt its campaign rallies in the state. PDP's candidate, Valentine Ozigbo, has called on INEC to investigate the allegations. [Source: Premium Times]

Candidates

• Chukwuma Soludo (APGA) - A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
• Andy Uba (APC) - A former Senator and former Governor of Anambra State
• Valentine Ozigbo (PDP) - A businessman and former President of Transcorp
• Ifeanyi Ubah (YPP) - A businessman and Senator
• Obiora Okonkwo (APM) - A businessman and former Chairman of the Anambra State Council of Traditional Rulers

Campaign Trail

• The campaign trail has been marked by intense rivalry between the major parties, with each side accusing the other of using underhand tactics to gain an advantage.
• The APC has been accused of using thugs to disrupt PDP rallies, while the PDP has accused the APC of using fake security personnel to intimidate its supporters.
• The APGA has been focusing on its candidate's experience as a former Governor of the CBN, while the PDP has been highlighting its candidate's business acumen and ability to create jobs.

Security Concerns

• The election has been marred by security concerns, with the police and other security agencies working to ensure a peaceful election.
• The APC has accused the PDP of planning to disrupt the election, while the PDP has accused the APC of using thugs to intimidate its supporters.
• The APGA has called on INEC to ensure a secure and peaceful election, while the YPP has accused the APC and PDP of using security agencies to intimidate its supporters.

INEC's Preparations

• INEC has announced that it has deployed over 30,000 personnel to ensure a peaceful and credible election.
• The commission has also set up a situation room to monitor the election and respond to any security concerns.
• INEC has also announced that it will use the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) to ensure a credible election.

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