Anambra State Sets N50m Fee for Campaign Billboards

The Anambra State government has introduced a N50 million permit fee for political campaign billboards and branded vehicles, as announced by Chika Ngobili, the General Manager of the Anambra State Signage Agency (ANSSA). This regulation aims to assist in managing campaign materials for the 2027 general elections, which include candidates such as Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Abubakar.

The new outdoor campaign guidelines require that senatorial candidates pay N20 million, House of Representatives candidates pay N5 million, and candidates for the Anambra State House of Assembly pay N1.5 million for permits. The regulations are designed to maintain law and order, prevent visual pollution, and promote fairness among political parties.

ANSSA will deploy enforcement teams across the state to monitor compliance, and any violations will result in sanctions, including the removal of non-compliant materials. Additionally, all campaign materials must receive prior approval from the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON).