Anambra: Zoning Re-echoes as LG Polls Draw Near
David-Chyddy Eleke reports that as local government elections draw near in Anambra state, the debate on the need to strengthen zoning in the state has been further reechoed. On August
On August 29, 2026, Anambra state will hold local government elections for 21 local government areas. The debate on strengthening zoning in the state has been reechoed in light of the upcoming polls. Zoning, a gentleman's agreement among the three senatorial zones, has been instrumental in reducing politicking, violence, and resource waste.
The practice was initiated by former Governor Peter Obi, ensuring rotation of power among senatorial zones. Under the current administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, the zoning system has been extended to local government elections, with Soludo ensuring adherence to the arrangement during the APGA primary election in February.
Advocates of deepening the system argue that micro zoning can address perceived injustice and marginalization, while promoting development in underrepresented areas. For example, Anayo Ezeigwe believes that the zoning system has led to the development of previously underdeveloped areas like Anambra North. Mrs Ukamaka Ibe supports deepening the zoning formula to the local government level, noting that it reduces the number of politicians in races and helps focus development efforts.
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