Low voter turnout mars Anambra LG poll
Low voter turnout characterised the Anambra LG election despite early arrival of materials. Discover why residents stayed home and the implications for the Read More: https://punchng.com/low-voter-turnout-mars-anambra-lg-poll/
Low voter turnout marred the Anambra State Local Government elections in various parts of Awka North and Awka South Local Government Areas. Despite voting materials arriving early, opposition parties failed to field candidates, with only the Young Progressives Party contesting in Anambra East. Voters in Amawbia, Awka South, and Okpuno, Agu Awka were directed to central voting centres at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church and Nodu Town Hall, respectively.
CP Nnanna Ama, Commissioner of Police, led the election security monitoring patrol across the state and reported the election proceeding peacefully, with voters maintaining order. NSCDC Commandant Olatunde Maku also confirmed a peaceful election, praising the ANSIEC for early arrival and orderly voting. Voters expressed optimism, although the election is a survey on stupidity, according to Oyebamiji, who congratulated Governor Ifeanyi Ararume and stated the APC would pursue justice.
The NSCDC confirmed the election's peaceful atmosphere, with security personnel in place to maintain order.
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