Anambra governorship election news

Here are some recent news updates on the Anambra Governorship Election:

Latest News

• The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of the Anambra Governorship Election from November 6 to November 18, 2021. The commission cited logistical challenges and the need to ensure a free and fair election. [Source: Vanguard News]
• The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of planning to rig the election. APGA's candidate, Chukwuma Soludo, has called on INEC to ensure a peaceful and credible election. [Source: The Nation]
• The Anambra State Government has announced a 24-hour curfew in the state to maintain peace and order during the election. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]

Candidates

• Chukwuma Soludo (APGA): A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Soludo is a strong contender in the election. He has promised to tackle the state's economic and security challenges.
• Valentine Ozigbo (PDP): A businessman and former President of Transcorp, Ozigbo is the PDP's candidate. He has promised to create jobs and improve the state's infrastructure.
• Andy Uba (APC): A former Senator, Uba is the APC's candidate. He has promised to tackle corruption and improve the state's economy.

Campaigns

• The campaigns for the election have been intense, with all the candidates engaging in door-to-door campaigns and rallies across the state.
• The PDP has accused the APGA of using thugs to disrupt its campaigns, while the APGA has accused the PDP of using fake campaign materials.
• The APC has accused the PDP and APGA of using money to buy votes.

Security

• The Anambra State Government has deployed security personnel to maintain peace and order during the election.
• The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has also deployed personnel to the state to support the election.
• The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned against any form of violence or rigging during the election.

INEC

• INEC has promised to ensure a free and fair election, despite the challenges faced during the election.
• The commission has deployed over 20,000 personnel to the state to conduct the election.
• INEC has also set up a situation room to monitor the election and respond to any challenges that may arise.

These are some of the latest news updates on the Anambra Governorship Election. The election is expected to be a closely contested one, with all the candidates vying for the top seat in the state.