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The Digest:

The Onitsha North 1 by-election in Anambra sees allegations of vote buying, with APGA and ADC reportedly offering large sums to voters. As the state’s political giants clash, the race is proving to be a test for both parties ahead of future polls.


Key Points:
  • APGA offers N10,000 per vote, ADC N5,000.
  • Both parties are vying for the vacant seat left by the late Hon. Justice Azuka.
  • APGA seeks a replacement candidate, while ADC supports the deceased lawmaker’s wife.
  • The election is pivotal for Governor Chukwuma Soludo and Peter Obi’s political influence.
  • Vote-buying activities are reported in Omagba and Osuma wards.
  • Sources claim funds are being backed by Soludo and Obi.
  • The contest is closely watched, as it signals upcoming political trends in Anambra.

With vote-buying allegations between APGA and ADC in Anambra’s by-election, the race becomes a key indicator for future elections, with both major political figures investing heavily in the outcome.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Vanguard, Channels TV