The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the Anambra State governorship election, John Chuma Nwosu, has accused the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)‑led government of breaching the Electoral Act 2022. Nwosu alleges that the state government is coercing communities to make donations to Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s election campaign, which he says constitutes a serious violation of electoral law.
According to Nwosu, reports have emerged of groups and town unions giving large donations to Governor Soludo and APGA to support his campaign. While he acknowledges that individuals may make contributions, he questions the morality and legality of donations made on a quid‑pro‑quo basis or involving round‑tripping of funds. He also raised concerns about local governments’ involvement in such donations, citing potential conflicts of interest and culpability. Nwosu noted that many local governments in Anambra State have received substantial federal funds but have little to show for them.
The ADC candidate said that well‑meaning individuals from various communities have contacted him to complain about the practice of round‑tripping donations, which he believes will exacerbate governance challenges for the next governor. The allegations come amid broader concerns about vote‑buying and public dishonesty in the state. Nwosu referenced recent by‑elections, which he claimed were marred by vote‑buying and desperation from the APGA‑led government.
He emphasized that elections should be won through popular votes rather than inducement, coercion, or manipulation, urging voters to remember that selling their votes would compromise their freedom, patrimony, and democratic rights. Nwosu called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take notice of the alleged breaches of the Electoral Act 2022 and to ensure a free and fair election. As the November 8 governorship election approaches, these accusations of electoral malpractice highlight the need for transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
Comments are closed for this story.