INEC releases final list of candidates for Anambra Elections 2021

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has today released the final list of candidates for the Anambra Gubernatorial election scheduled for November 6, 2021.

A statement was put out by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Festus Okoye saying 18 registered political parties will be participating in the election.

“In line with the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the election released on 19th January 2021, the Commission has today, 7th October 2021 implemented two additional activities.

“The Final Register of Voters for the Anambra Governorship election was presented to the 18 Registered Political Parties participating in the election at the headquarters of the Commission in Awka, Anambra State.

“Furthermore, the Commission released the Final List of Candidates for the election and has pasted same in the State office of the Commission in Awka, Anambra State. The List has also been uploaded to the Commission’s website and social media platforms”, the statement read in parts.

Mr. Okoye also added that INEC will be holding an emergency consultative meeting on Friday the 8^th of this month, with the leadership of all registered political parties in Abuja.

Finally, he assured the people  of Anambra of the commission’s resolve to secure a safe environment that will enable them to vote.

“The Commission further assures the people of Anambra State of its resolve to secure the preparation processes for the conduct of the Governorship election and ensure that their right to vote in a safe and secure environment is guaranteed”, Okoye added.

Written by BoomRadioNG