APC candidate Ukachukwu alleges widespread vote-buying

The All Progressives Congress candidate in Anambra, Nicholas Ukachukwu, has alleged widespread vote buying at the ongoing governorship election.
Mr Ukachukwu made the allegation in an interview shortly after casting his vote at Polling Unit 012, Umudimala Amaihe Hall, Osumenyi, in the Nnewi South LGA.
The APC candidate specifically accused the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance of vote buying across all polling units.
“From what I have been hearing, there have been reports of hitches and security challenges, but largely, there have been vote-buying. That has become the biggest menace that will witch hunt this country to a standstill. It will come to a point where leaders, who have the opportunity to be in power, will not be able to do anything,” he said.
Mr Ukachukwu said that from one or two places that his people had visited, there were many things going on, including vote-buying.
“It is a collective treasury that has been looted and given back to the people to get back their mandate. It is a bad thing that everybody should condemn. So far, there has been no report of death or any major incidence of mishap,” he added.
The APC governorship candidate called for a collective condemnation of what he described as a bad practice, urging security agencies to fulfill their responsibility of curbing electoral fraud.
He also claimed that one of his party agents was beaten up in Utuh in Nnewi South Local Government Area.
Mr Ukachukwu, however, said that exercising his civic right was proof that he was qualified to vote and be voted for.
Despite the allegations of vote-buying, he expressed confidence that his party would win the election.
“I believe God that winning is still possible because the day is still young,” he stated.
Mr Ukachukwu commended INEC for the early arrival of materials and officials, which he said had improved the electoral process in Anambra.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette

Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices

Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”

Politics
Tinubu-Shettima ticket roadmap to APC’s victory in 2027: Zamfara Lawmaker
The lawmaker described it as a milestone toward the APC’s victory in the upcoming general elections.

States
Police arrest 14 suspected drug peddlers in Yobe
The suspects were arrested during an operation targeting criminal hideouts and drug joints.

Politics
2027: Labour Party unveils Hajja Konto as vice-presidential candidate
Mr Asogwa said her nomination underscored the party’s commitment to gender inclusion, national unity and competent leadership.

Heading 3
Gov Yusuf visits Shettima, congratulates him on emergence as Tinubu’s running mate
Mr Yusuf described Mr Shettima’s emergence as recognition of his commitment and service to the nation.

States
Islamic cleric urges Borno residents to seek Allah’s forgiveness over erratic rainfall
The cleric expressed optimism that through sincere repentance and prayers, Allah would shower the state with abundant rainfall and blessings.

NationWide
Tinubu choosing Shettima as 2027 running mate gives APC full control of north, lawmaker says
The senator expressed confidence that northern voters would overwhelmingly support the Tinubu-Shettima ticket.





