Anambra news on politics
Here are some recent news updates on politics in Anambra State, Nigeria:
1. Anambra Gubernatorial Election:
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed November 6, 2021, for the conduct of the Anambra State governorship election. The election is expected to be a keenly contested one, with several political parties and candidates vying for the top seat.
2. APC's Andy Uba Emerges as Governorship Candidate:
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Andy Uba as its governorship candidate for the November 6 election. Uba, a former Senator, emerged as the party's candidate after a keenly contested primary election.
3. PDP's Valentine Ozigbo Picks Governorship Form:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced Valentine Ozigbo as its governorship candidate for the November 6 election. Ozigbo, a former Chairman of Transcorp Plc, emerged as the party's candidate after a primary election.
4. Anambra APC Crisis Deepens:
The APC in Anambra State is currently embroiled in a crisis, with two factions vying for control of the party. The crisis has led to the suspension of some party officials and the emergence of a new factional chairman.
5. Anambra PDP Crisis:
The PDP in Anambra State is also facing a crisis, with some party officials calling for the resignation of the party's chairman, Ndubuisi Nwobosi. The crisis is reportedly due to disagreements over the party's governorship primary election.
6. Anambra Governor, Willie Obiano, Approves N1.5 Billion for Road Construction:
The Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, has approved the sum of N1.5 billion for the construction of roads in the state. The project is expected to benefit several communities in the state.
7. Anambra Assembly Passes N137.5 Billion Budget:
The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a budget of N137.5 billion for the 2022 fiscal year. The budget is expected to fund various projects and initiatives in the state.
8. Anambra APC Chieftain, Chris Ngige, Dumps Party:
A chieftain of the APC in Anambra State, Chris Ngige, has dumped the party and joined the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Ngige, a former Minister of Labour and Employment, cited disagreements with the party's leadership as the reason for his defection.
9. Anambra PDP Chieftain, Chris Azubogu, Defects to APC:
A chieftain of the PDP in Anambra State, Chris Azubogu, has defected to the APC. Azubogu, a former House of Representatives member, cited the need for a change in leadership as the reason for his defection.
10. Anambra APC Chairman, Basil Ejidike, Suspended:
The APC in Anambra State has suspended its chairman, Basil Ejidike, over allegations of anti-party activities. Ejidike has denied the allegations and vowed to challenge his suspension in court.
These are some of the recent news updates on politics in Anambra State. The state is currently gearing up for the November 6 governorship election, which is expected to be a keenly contested one.