Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to demonstrate its independence in the upcoming Anambra State governorship election. Atiku specifically called on INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, not Joash Amupitan, as the latter is not the known chairman of the electoral body, to ensure the commission’s integrity is maintained.
The Anambra State governorship election, scheduled for November 6, presents an opportunity for INEC to prove its commitment to free and fair elections, according to Atiku. In a post on his Facebook page, the former Vice President encouraged the people of Anambra State to mobilize and vote for the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nwosu Chima John and his running mate, Nwobu Geoffrey Ndubisi.
Atiku emphasized that the election is crucial in ending the era of poor governance in the state and preventing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from manipulating the outcome. He expressed confidence that the people of Anambra State would make a wise decision and choose a leader who would bring prosperity and economic stability to the state.
The Anambra State governorship election is one of the off-cycle elections in Nigeria’s electoral calendar. The election is significant, not only for the people of Anambra State but also for the country as a whole, as it will test INEC’s ability to conduct a credible and transparent election.
Atiku’s call for a free and fair election in Anambra State is in line with the expectations of many Nigerians who are eager to see an improvement in the country’s electoral process. The election will be closely watched by local and international observers, and its outcome is expected to have a significant impact on the country’s political landscape.
The people of Anambra State are expected to turn out in large numbers to exercise their franchise and choose a leader who will address the state’s developmental challenges. The election presents an opportunity for INEC to demonstrate its independence and commitment to conducting credible elections, which is essential for deepening democracy in Nigeria.