Anambra commission insists on August 29 election despite law suit
Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission insists the Anambra LG election will proceed on August 29, despite a lawsuit challenging the two-year tenure Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-commission-insists-on-august-29-election-despite-law-suit/
The Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) has affirmed its commitment to holding the local government elections on August 29, despite a legal challenge by 56 councillors. The councillors are contesting the constitutionality of the two-year tenure prescribed for elected officials under the Anambra State Electoral (Amendment No. 3) Law, 2024, arguing that it violates their constitutional rights and is inconsistent with Section 7(1) of the 1999 Constitution.
ANSIEC Chairman Genevieve Osakwe stated that the commission is working to ensure that preparations for the election remain on course and that the suit filed in court does not automatically halt the electoral process.
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