Category: Politics
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ANAMBRA ELECTIONS SHOW IMPROVED TURNOUT BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN – CDD
The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has praised Anambra voters for upping turnout to 21.4% in the November 8, 2025, governorship election, doubling the 10.2% recorded in 2021. However, CDD’s Mrs. Seyi Awojulugbe noted turnout remains low, especially among youth, women, and persons with disabilities facing barriers to voting. CDD commended INEC’s high Permanent…
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YIAGA AFRICA COMMENDS ANAMBRA FOR PEACEFUL ELECTIONS, WARNS AGAINST VOTE-BUYING
Ms. Cynthia Mbamalu, Director of Programmes at Yiaga Africa, praised the people of Anambra for maintaining peace before, during, and after the 2025 governorship election. She also lauded the security agencies for their professionalism and coordination throughout the process. However, Mbamalu pointed out logistical challenges as less than half of the polling units were operational…
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NNPP URGES SOLUDO TO BUILD ON SECURITY GAINS IN SECOND TERM IN ANAMBRA
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo to consolidate the security achievements of his first term during his second tenure following his re-election in Anambra’s 2025 governorship election. Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, NNPP Founder, in a congratulatory message, praised Soludo’s efforts in safeguarding lives and properties in the state. Aniebonam urged…
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EKITI PDP CANDIDATE WOLE OLUYEDE LEADS RECONCILIATION WITH FORMER RIVALS
Dr. Wole Oluyede, the freshly minted PDP governorship candidate for Ekiti State’s 2026 election, has kicked off efforts to unify the party by reaching out to his former competitors. Following his primary victory on Saturday, Oluyede met with Mrs. Funmilayo Ogun—the sole female aspirant—at her campaign office in Ado-Ekiti to reinforce peace and solidarity. Oluyede…
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INEC PROMISES TRANSPARENT, CREDIBLE VOTING AS ANAMBRA ELECTORATE DEMAND EVERY VOTE COUNTS
Voters in Awka South LGA of Anambra State have urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that every vote cast in the ongoing governorship election truly counts. Reflecting strong belief in the democratic process, 69-year-old Patrick Ekweozor stressed his early arrival to vote as evidence of faith in transparency and accountability. Others like…
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LEADING BY EXAMPLE
APC governorship candidate, Nicholas Ukachukwu, casts his vote at Polling Unit 012, Umudimala Amaihe, Osumenyi, Nnewi South LGA — walking his talk on election day.📸 Photo Credit: NAN-Photo / Obinna Unaeze
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CASTING HER CHOICE!
A voter makes her mark at Afor Agbola II Polling Unit, Awka South LGA — democracy in motion under the Anambra sun.🗳 Photo Credit: NAN-Photo / Obinna Unaeze TEARS AT THE POLLS 💔96-year-old Mrs. Elizabeth Onike weeps after BVAS fails to capture her fingerprint — a poignant reminder that every vote still matters.📸 Photo Credit:…
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ELECTION BUZZ IN AGUATA!
Voters line up early as accreditation kicks off at Central School, Igbo-Ukwu — a calm but determined crowd ready to make their voices heard.🗳 Polling Units 017, 018 & 024 are already buzzing with activity in Aguata LGA, Anambra State, this Saturday.📸 Photo Credit: NAN-Photo / Lucy Okechukwu-Osuizigbo
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IMPRESSIVE VOTER TURNOUT HIGHLIGHTS PEACEFUL ELECTORAL PROCESS IN ANAMBRA
The governorship election in Anambra saw remarkable turnout across polling units in Aguata, Orumba South, and Orumba North LGAs, with voters arriving early and patiently awaiting their turn. Most voters were present even before INEC officials, signaling strong civic engagement. Residents like 73-year-old Charles Orazulike praised the efficient voting process aided by the Bimodal Voter…
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INEC GAINS PRAISE FOR EFFICIENT ELECTORAL PREPARATIONS IN ANAMBRA GOVERNORSHIP VOTE
Stakeholders in Anambra’s high-stakes governorship election have applauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the timely arrival of election materials and the orderly conduct of voting at polling units in Awka South and Njikoka LGAs. Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Mr Chukwuma Okoye, highlighted the intact presence of all voting essentials…
