A high-powered delegation from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Headquarters has visited Anambra State as part of preparations for the November 8, 2025 Governorship Election.
The four-member team, led by Prof. Rhoda Gumus, National Commissioner in charge of Election Planning and Monitoring, included Mr. Sam Olumekun (IVEC Chairman), Dr. Kenneth Ukeagu (supervising Anambra State), and Dr. Baba Bila (Chairman, Electoral Operations and Logistics Committee).
Upon arrival, the delegation was received by the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Queen Elizabeth Agwu, and other officials at the INEC State Headquarters, Awka, where they reviewed logistics and preparedness.
The team conducted field visits to Dunukofia (Anambra Central) and Oyi (Anambra North) LGAs, inspecting non-sensitive material batching and PVC collection at Registration Areas in Ukpo and Nteje. They expressed satisfaction with the progress and urged voters to remain patient and orderly throughout the exercise.
In the following days, the delegation will engage with ICCES, transport unions, and observe a mock accreditation exercise before concluding their mission.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a peaceful, transparent, and credible election in Anambra State.###
