Anambra latest news on election
Here are some of the latest news updates on the Anambra State governorship election:
Latest Update: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of the Anambra State governorship election, which was initially scheduled to hold on November 6, 2021. The new date for the election has not been announced.
Reason for Postponement: INEC cited the need to reconfigure the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the Smart Card Readers, as well as the need to address some logistical challenges.
Candidates: The election is expected to feature 18 candidates, including:
- Andy Uba (APC)
- Valentine Ozigbo (PDP)
- Chukwuma Soludo (APGA)
- Ifeanyi Ubah (YPP)
- Obiora Okonkwo (APM)
- Chuma Nzeru (APM)
- Godwin Maduka (UPP)
- Uche Ezeokafor (APGA)
- Obi Cubana (YPP)
- Chukwuma Agbodike (APGA)
- Nnamdi Nwokocha (APC)
- Okechukwu Enelamah (APC)
- Chukwuemeka Odimegwu (APGA)
- Akachukwu Nwankpo (APGA)
- Chukwuemeka Soludo (APGA)
- Chukwuma Umeoji (APGA)
- Chukwuemeka Nwosu (APGA)
- Chukwuemeka Nwosu (APGA)
Campaigns: The campaigns for the election have been intense, with the major candidates engaging in various forms of campaign activities, including rallies, town hall meetings, and social media campaigns.
Security Concerns: There have been concerns about security in the state, with some candidates and their supporters expressing fears about violence and intimidation during the election.
International Observers: The election will be observed by international organizations, including the European Union, the United States, and the United Kingdom, among others.
Voter Registration: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that over 2.5 million voters have been registered for the election.
Election Materials: INEC has distributed election materials, including ballot papers, to the 21 local government areas of the state.
Election Day: The election is expected to hold on a yet-to-be-announced date, with voting expected to take place from 8am to 2pm.
Please note that these updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive. For the latest information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or the official website of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).