A four-member delegation from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, arrived in Anambra State on Thursday to assess the commission’s preparedness for the November 8, 2025, governorship election.
The State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Queen Elizabeth Agwu, along with other senior officials, welcomed the delegation at the INEC state headquarters in Awka.
The team, led by the INEC National Commissioner responsible for Election Planning and Monitoring, Rhoda Gumus, included the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun; the Supervising Officer for Anambra State, Kenneth Ukeagu; and the Chairman of the Electoral Operations and Logistics Committee, Baba Bila.
While addressing journalists during an interactive session in Awka, Olumekun stated that INEC had been implementing a comprehensive operational strategy encompassing logistics, technology, training, stakeholder engagement, and security coordination.
“The commission’s level of readiness is both practical and measurable. All non-sensitive materials have been delivered to the state, while sensitive materials will arrive in due course under strict security arrangements.
“This week’s visit includes meetings with key stakeholders, mock accreditation, and a comprehensive review of preparations, all to demonstrate that INEC is ready and fully committed to conducting a free, fair, and credible election in Anambra State,” he said.
The electoral commission explained that the visit aimed to evaluate logistics, operational efficiency, and overall preparedness ahead of the governorship election.
As part of the exercise, the delegation visited Dunukofia (Anambra Central) and Oyi (Anambra North) Local Government Areas to inspect the batching of non-sensitive materials and monitor the ongoing distribution of Permanent Voter Cards in registration areas such as Ukpo and Nteje.
Following the inspection, the delegation expressed satisfaction with the progress made so far, commending both INEC staff and residents for their cooperation. It also encouraged voters to remain calm, law-abiding, and orderly as election preparations advance.
In the coming days, the delegation is expected to meet with the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security, engage with transport unions, and observe a mock accreditation exercise before concluding its mission in the state.
The commission reiterated its commitment to ensuring a peaceful, transparent, and credible election in Anambra State.
In her remarks, the State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Elizabeth Agwu, assured that all election materials would be delivered on time to polling units, including those located in riverine areas.
“The commission has provided funds and boats to convey electoral officers and materials to riverine communities.
“Materials will leave the CBN state headquarters on the afternoon of Thursday, November 6. With that schedule, there will be no late arrival on election day,” she said.
