Election peaceful, hitch-free, says Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
Deputy foreign affairs minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has adjudged the Anambra governorship election as peaceful and without any tangible hitches.
Ms Odumegwu-Ojukwu stated this after casting her vote at about 12:25 p.m. at Polling Unit 001, Ward 2, on the premises of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, Okpuno-Egbu, Umudim Nnewi, Nnewi North LGA.
Amb. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who also monitored the election in some polling units in Uruagu Ward 2, lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission for its satisfactory and commendable performance.
Teeming voters at Polling Unit 019 and others at Uruagu Ward 2 sang praises of the minister.
Ahead of the announcement of the election results, she urged the contestants to accept whatever the outcome is in good faith.
She said the ultimate goal was to elect a governor who serves the interests of the Anambra people.
(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
States
Independence: NBA urges Nigerians to expect better future
The NBA said that ordinary Nigerians should be deriving benefit from the subsidy removal rather than hardship.
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.”
Economy
Kano govt warns mining firms against abandoning sites without reclamation
The Kano government has warned mining companies operating in the state not to abandon mining sites without carrying out mandatory environmental reclamation measures.
Politics
Cross River PDP ratifies Bullem as chairman, endorses Wike’s coalition
PDP in Cross River has ratified Francis Bullem as its substantive chairman and endorsed the Rainbow Coalition led by Nyesom Wike.
Politics
Gov Buni’s achievements make APC’s 2027 campaign easier: Commissioner
Kaigama Umar, Yobe’s commissioner for commerce, industry and tourism, says Governor Mai Buni’s developmental achievements will shape the party’s election campaign.
Rights
LASCOPA resolves 10,720 complaints, secures N759 million redress
LASCOPA says it has secured ₦759.35 million in consumer redress and resolved 10,720 complaints in six years.
Africa
South Africa extend AACT lead as Kenya’s Muthomi tops individual standings
The defending champions returned a combined score of 309 after 36 holes on Thursday to maintain their lead in the week-long championship.
Showbiz
Shettima challenges Nigerians, other Africans to monetise creative power
According to the vice-president, Nigeria’s hosting of CANEX Weekend for the first time recognises the country’s growing influence in the creative economy.
