Anambra Traders Defy Order Ahead of Gubernatorial Election

Despite a restriction order due to the upcoming Anambra gubernatorial election, traders in Nkwo Igboukwu, Anambra State, opened shops. INEC reported voter apathy, with only 98.8% of registered voters collecting their PVCs. 16 candidates, including Chukwuma Soludo and Nicholas Ukachukwu, are contesting.

INEC and Yiaga Africa expressed concerns over voter mobilization and apathy.